Heavy Equipment Technician - Hempstead

Mustang Cat; Hempstead (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Mustang Cat in Hempstead, TX is hiring a Heavy Equipment Technician to service Caterpillar diesel-powered construction equipment, performing diagnostics, repairs and overhauls in shop or field settings.

You will diagnose hydraulic, electrical, transmission and undercarriage systems, use Cat ET and related tools, and collaborate with experienced mentors to keep job sites productive and customers satisfied. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience diagnosing Caterpillar diesel equipment.
• Experience using Cat ET diagnostic software.
• Ability to work shop or field independently.
• Prior heavy equipment mechanic experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair Caterpillar diesel construction equipment.
• Perform diagnostics and overhauls using Cat ET.
• Provide preventative maintenance and part installations.
• Work shop or field service with company truck.
• Collaborate with team for complex diagnostics.

Skills

Cat ET diagnostic tools

Field service

Diesel engine repair

Hydraulics knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Cat ET

Job description

Mustang Cat - Hempstead, 897 North Business 290, Hempstead, Texas, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Building Texas… Powering the World. Since 1952, Mustang has proudly served the construction, oil & gas, power generation, marine, and manufacturing industries a s 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 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 Techniciansfor shop and field serviceroles 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.

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

Top Benefits for Heavy Equipment Mechanics:

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

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.

Get a firsthand look at what it's like to work as a technicianat Mustang Cat. Hear from ourcurrent 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.

Mustang Cat is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Mustang Cat - Hempstead, 897 North Business 290, Hempstead, Texas, United States of America