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Heavy Equipment Technician - Hempstead

Mustang Cat
Hempstead, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 2/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/25/2026
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! 

 

Our new Hempstead location is scheduled to open later in 2025 and will be located at the following address: 897 North Business 290, Hempstead, TX 77445.

Now Hiring: Heavy Equipment Technician – Hempstead, TX (Advanced Skill Level – Shop & Field Roles Available)

(Advanced Heavy Equipment Technician | Caterpillar Diesel Mechanic | Field Service Equipment Technician | Construction Equipment Repair Expert)

Mustang Cat is actively hiring Advanced Heavy Equipment Technicians for shop and field service roles in Houston, Texas. As a key player in our service operations, you’ll perform complex diagnostics, overhauls, and repairs on Caterpillar diesel-powered construction equipment.

Note: This role will be based at our new Hempstead location, opening later in 2025! Training and onboarding will take place at our Headquarters in Houston, TX until the new facility is ready.

If you’re an experienced Caterpillar mechanic or a skilled field service equipment technician, this is your opportunity to advance your career at a leading dealership trusted across Texas.

🛠️ What You’ll Do as a Heavy Equipment Technician:

As a Heavy Equipment Technician, you’ll be responsible for servicing heavy and light construction equipment—ranging from compact machinery to large earthmoving units. Your work ensures job sites stay productive and customers stay satisfied. Responsibilities include:

• 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

💡 Top Benefits for Heavy Equipment Mechanics:

• Up to $2,000 Sign-On Bonus
• Great Work-Life Balance
• On-Premise Clinic
• Boot & Tool Allowances
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Vast Growth Opportunities
• Job Stability
• Full-Time Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) with Employer Matching
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time & Holidays
• Technician Career Review Program – Ask a recruiter today!

📋 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

Heavy Equipment Technician levels and compensation are based on experience, certifications, and technical expertise.

Curious what it’s like to be a heavy equipment diesel technician at Mustang Cat? Hear directly from our team and explore how we help build Texas—one machine at a time.

💬 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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Mustang Cat is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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