Hydraulic Technician - Hempstead

Component Shop Heavy Equipment Technician – Hydraulic Specialist (Hempstead, TX) Mustang Cat, the authorized Caterpillar dealer for Southeast Texas, is hiring a Component Shop Heavy Equipment Technician – Hydraulic Specialist for our Hempstead, TX location. In this role, you’ll specialize in hydraulic systems, performing precision work on pumps, motors, and control valves to keep Caterpillar equipment performing at its best. Our new Hempstead location is opening later in 2025 at 897 North Business 290, Hempstead, TX 77445. Benefits Up to $2,000 Sign-On Bonus Great Work-Life Balance Tuition Reimbursement Job Stability with an Industry Leader 401(k) with Employer Matching Paid Vacation, Sick Time & Holidays Technician Career Review Program – Ask a recruiter today! Responsibilities Disassemble, inspect, reassemble, and test hydraulic pumps and motors, including fixed/variable displacement, gear, and piston types Service hydraulic control valves, including electrical components Conduct failure analysis and prepare detailed reports Read, interpret, and apply Caterpillar hydraulic schematics Connect, disconnect, and interpret pressure gauges for diagnostic accuracy Work with open‑ and closed‑loop hydrostatic systems Use forklifts and overhead cranes to safely handle components Maintain accurate records in Caterpillar software systems (SIS 2.0, Salesforce, PowerTest) Ensure all repairs meet Caterpillar standards for safety and performance Position Requirements High school diploma or equivalent required Strong mechanical aptitude with proven hydraulic system experience Proficiency with Caterpillar systems: SIS 2.0, Salesforce, and PowerTest Experience with electrical systems and hydraulic diagnostics Experience operating forklifts and overhead cranes Ability to perform detailed disassembly, inspection, and reassembly of hydraulic components Strong attention to detail and ability to read hydraulic schematics Team player with excellent communication and problem‑solving skills Mustang Cat is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Mustang Cat Inc.