Heavy Equipment Technician - Hempstead

Mustang Cat – Hempstead, Texas, United States of America Job Description Heavy Equipment Technician – Hempstead, TX (Advanced Skill Level – Shop & Field Roles Available) Mustang Cat, an authorized Caterpillar dealer, is hiring Advanced Heavy Equipment Technicians for shop and field service roles in Houston, Texas. The role involves complex diagnostics, overhauls, and repairs on Caterpillar diesel‑powered construction equipment. Responsibilities Diagnose and repair Caterpillar diesel construction equipment Use Cat ET and other diagnostic tools to troubleshoot systems and components Perform preventative maintenance, part installations, and rebuilds Service hydraulic, electrical, transmission, fuel, and undercarriage systems Operate independently in the shop or in the field using a company‑provided service truck Collaborate with mentors and team members for complex diagnostics Requirements Must own proper tools to perform necessary repairs High school diploma or equivalent required Deep understanding of hydraulics, transmissions, fuel systems, and undercarriage components Experience using diagnostic systems such as Cat ET Prior military or heavy construction mechanic experience (Caterpillar or similar brands) Ability to work independently in shop or field settings Strongly Preferred Experience Welding and fabrication: MIG, arc welding, oxyacetylene, arc gouging Hands‑on experience with hydraulic pumps, valves, and motors Earthmoving equipment service training via dealership, OEM, or technical schools Proficiency with Cat ET or competitor troubleshooting platforms Mustang Cat is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Mustang Cat Inc.