Heavy Equipment Field Service Technician

Location
Houston
Workplace
On-site

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: Heavy Equipment Field Service Technician – Houston, TX

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

Mustang Cat is actively hiring Heavy Equipment Field Service Technicians in Houston, Texas. As a key part of our service team, you’ll perform complex diagnostics, overhauls, and repairs on Caterpillar diesel-powered construction equipment in the field.

If you’re an experienced Caterpillar mechanic or a skilled field service equipment technician, this is your opportunity to build a long-term career with a dealership trusted across Texas.

๐Ÿ› ๏ธ What You’ll Do as a Heavy Equipment Field Service Technician

You’ll perform advanced field repairs and diagnostics on Caterpillar diesel-powered machines that keep Texas building. Daily responsibilities include:

  • Diagnose and repair Caterpillar construction equipment
  • Use Cat ET and other diagnostic platforms to troubleshoot systems
  • Service hydraulic, electrical, transmission, fuel, and undercarriage systems
  • Perform preventative maintenance, installations, rebuilds, and repairs
  • Operate independently in the field with a company-provided service truck
  • Support customers to ensure minimal downtime on job sites

๐Ÿ’ก Top Benefits for Heavy Equipment Field Service Mechanics

  • Up to $2,000 Sign-On Bonus
  • Great Work-Life Balance
  • On-Premise Clinic
  • Boot & Tool Allowances
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Career Growth & Technician Development Program
  • Full-Time Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
  • 401(k) with Employer Match
  • Paid Vacation, Sick Time & Holidays
  • Long-term Job Stability with an industry leader

๐Ÿ“‹ Requirements

  • Must own proper tools for diagnostics and repairs
  • Valid Driver’s License with clean record
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Strong understanding of hydraulics, transmissions, and undercarriage systems
  • Experience using diagnostic systems such as Cat ET
  • Prior military mechanic or heavy equipment repair experience strongly valued

โœ… Preferred Experience

  • Welding & fabrication (MIG, arc welding, oxyacetylene, arc gouging)
  • Hands-on experience with hydraulic pumps, valves, and motors
  • OEM, dealership, or technical school equipment service training
  • Advanced proficiency with Caterpillar diagnostic platforms

This position is based in Houston, TX, and offers career advancement across Mustang Cat’s 35-county territory. Technician levels and pay are based on experience, certifications, and technical expertise.

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๐Ÿ“ Ready to work with the best? Apply today and join Mustang Cat in powering the future of Texas.

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
  • Work-life balance
  • On-premise clinic
  • Boot allowance
  • Tool allowance
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Paid vacation
  • Paid sick time
  • Paid holidays