Sign-on Bonus! Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Location
Houston
Workplace
On-site
Compensation
$17 โ€“ $45

About this role

Building Texas… Powering the World.

Since 1952, Mustang has proudly served the construction, oil & gas, power generation, marine, and manufacturing industries as the authorized Caterpillar® dealer for Southeast Texas. Start your career with Mustang Cat - one of America's Greatest Midsize Workplaces of 2025! 

Now Hiring: Caterpillar Heavy Equipment Mechanic (Experienced) – Shop & Field Service | Houston, TX
(Cat Mechanic Jobs | Diesel Technician | Heavy Equipment Repair | Field Service Technician)

Mustang Cat is actively hiring experienced Caterpillar Heavy Equipment Mechanics for both Shop Service and Field Service positions in Houston, Texas. If you're a skilled diesel technician with a passion for fixing earthmoving equipment, this is your opportunity to build a lasting career with a trusted Caterpillar® dealership.

๐Ÿ› ๏ธ What You’ll Do as a Caterpillar Heavy Equipment Mechanic:

As a Heavy Equipment Mechanic, you'll inspect, service, diagnose, and repair Cat diesel-powered equipment and construction machinery, including:

  • Set-up, diagnostics, repairs, and preventive maintenance
  • Component replacement (hydraulics, fuel systems, transmissions, undercarriage, electrical, etc.)
  • Shop Service: Work with mentor technicians in a fully equipped shop
  • Field Service: Operate from a company-provided service truck, servicing customers at their job sites
  • Maintain high-quality standards and follow all safety procedures

โœ”๏ธ Position Requirements:

  • Must own tools required to perform heavy equipment repairs
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Strong mechanical understanding of diesel engines, electrical, and hydraulic systems
  • Hands-on experience with transmissions, track systems, components, and fuel systems
  • Previous experience with Caterpillar or competitive earthmoving equipment brands
  • Proficient in technical diagnostics and able to use Cat ET (Electronic Technician) or similar systems

โญ Strongly Preferred:

  • Welding and fabrication experience: MIG welding, arc gouging, oxyacetylene torch
  • Familiarity with hydraulic pumps, valves, and motors
  • Formal training from OEM programs or accredited technical schools
  • Experience using diagnostic tools such as Cat ET, Cummins Insite, or competitor platforms

๐Ÿ”ฅ Top Benefits at Mustang Cat:

  • Up to $2,000 Sign-On Bonus
  • Great Work-Life Balance
  • On-Premise Clinic
  • Boot & Tool Allowances
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Job Stability with a respected Cat dealership
  • Full-Time Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
  • 401(k) with Employer Match
  • Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays
  • Technician Review Program eligibility

Technician levels and pay rates are based on your skills, certifications, and experience.

Join Mustang Cat and bring your expertise to a team that supports the backbone of Texas infrastructure.
Apply today and build your future with a leader in diesel equipment service and field repair.

 

 

๐Ÿ’ฌ Want to Know More?

Get a firsthand look at what it's like to work as a technician at Mustang Cat. Hear from our current technicians and learn why they love working with customers to Build Texas and Power the World.

Join us EVERY FRIDAY from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm for Technician Open Interviews at our Northwest Houston/HWY 290 location.
 
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Top Benefits

  • Sign-on bonus
  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Paid vacation
  • Sick time
  • Paid holidays
  • On-premise clinic
  • Boot allowance
  • Tool allowance
  • Tuition reimbursement