Caterpillar Heavy Equipment Mechanic (CAT)

Mustang Cat; El Campo (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to $2,000 Sign-On Bonus

Great Work-Life Balance

On-Premise Clinic

Boot & Tool Allowances

Tuition Reimbursement

401(k) with Employer Matching

Paid Vacation, Sick Time & Holidays

Job summary

A leading construction equipment service provider in El Campo, TX is seeking a Heavy Equipment Technician to repair and maintain Caterpillar machinery. This role involves diagnosing issues in the shop and field, offering a great work-life balance, comprehensive benefits, and significant opportunities for growth. Ideal candidates should possess a high school diploma, own necessary tools, and have experience in equipment service or military repair.

Qualifications

• Must own the tools necessary to perform repairs.
• Strong understanding of electrical and hydraulic systems.
• Prior experience in construction equipment service or military equipment repair.
• Strong understanding of electrical and hydraulic systems.
• Experience using Cat ET or similar diagnostic software.
• Prior experience in construction equipment service or military equipment repair.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair Caterpillar and allied-brand construction equipment.
• Perform diagnostics using Cat ET and other software tools.
• Complete preventative maintenance and parts installation.
• Complete preventative maintenance and parts installation.
• Restore equipment to working condition in a shop or field setting.
• Operate independently or collaborate with service mentors as needed.

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Hydraulic system knowledge

Electrical system understanding

Tool ownership

Welding and fabrication

Fuel systems knowledge

Diagnostics

Field service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Cat ET diagnostic software

Job description

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Now Hiring: Heavy Equipment Technician – El Campo, TX (Shop & Field Roles Available)

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

Mustang Cat is actively hiring experienced Heavy Equipment Technicians for both shop and field service roles in El Campo, Texas. In this hands-on position, you'll repair and maintain Caterpillar construction equipment—from compact machinery to large earthmoving units—supporting job sites and customers across the region.

This is a high-impact opportunity for a skilled diesel mechanic who enjoys diagnostics, independence, and the satisfaction of returning machines to top performance.

️ What You’ll Do as a Heavy Equipment Technician:

As a Caterpillar Diesel Mechanic, you’ll play a key role in maintaining and repairing diesel-powered equipment both in the shop and out in the field. Responsibilities include:

• Diagnose and repair Caterpillar and allied-brand construction equipment
• Perform diagnostics using Cat ET and other software tools
• Service electrical, hydraulic, fuel, and undercarriage systems
• Complete preventative maintenance and parts installation
• Restore equipment to working condition in a shop or field setting
• Operate independently or collaborate with service mentors as needed

Top Benefits for Heavy Equipment Technicians:

• 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 the tools necessary to perform repairs
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Knowledge of transmissions, undercarriage, track systems, fuel systems
• Strong understanding of electrical and hydraulic systems
• Experience using Cat ET or similar diagnostic software
• Prior experience in construction equipment service or military equipment repair

Strongly Preferred Experience:

• Welding and fabrication (MIG, arc welding, gouging, torch use)
• Experience with hydraulic pumps, valves, and motor components
• Manufacturer or dealership training in construction equipment repair
• Familiarity with Caterpillar or competitor brand machinery

Heavy Equipment Technician levels and compensation are based on skill set, experience, and training.

Curious what it’s like to be a diesel and industrial machinery technician at Mustang Cat? Hear firsthand from our current field techs and see how we help keep Texas equipment moving.

Mustang Cat is a licensed Caterpillar dealer that provides new and used construction equipment, machinery, power systems, rentals, servicing, and more. If you’re passionate about all you do, we want you to work with us. Start a career with Mustang Cat!

Mustang Cat is an Equal Opportunity Employer.