Sign-on Bonus! Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Caterpillar Heavy Equipment Mechanic (Experienced)

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!

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.

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

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

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

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.