Hydraulic Technician - Hempstead

Mustang Cat; Hempstead (TX); On-site; USD 64,000 - 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

Vast Growth Opportunities

Job Stability with an Industry Leader

Full-Time Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with Employer Matching

Paid Vacation, Sick Time & Holidays

Job summary

A leading heavy equipment dealership in Hempstead, TX, is seeking a Hydraulic Component Shop Technician. This role involves specialized work on hydraulic systems, ensuring optimal performance of Caterpillar equipment. Candidates should have a high school diploma and strong mechanical aptitude, with proficiency in hydraulic systems. Join a stable company with robust benefits, including a sign-on bonus, tuition reimbursement, and career advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience with hydraulic components disassembly, inspection, and reassembly.
• Ability to conduct failure analysis and prepare detailed reports.
• Experience operating forklifts and overhead cranes.
• Experience with electrical systems and hydraulic diagnostics
• Experience operating forklifts and overhead cranes
• Ability to disassemble, inspect, and reassemble hydraulic components
• Strong attention to detail and ability to read hydraulic schematics
• Team player with strong communication and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

• Disassemble, inspect, reassemble, and test hydraulic pumps and motors.
• Service hydraulic control valves including electrical components.
• Maintain accurate records in Caterpillar software systems.
• Read, interpret, and apply Caterpillar hydraulic schematics
• Connect and interpret pressure gauges for diagnostics
• Work with open- and closed-loop hydrostatic systems
• Use forklifts and overhead cranes to handle components
• Maintain records in Caterpillar SIS 2.0, Salesforce, and PowerTest
• Ensure repairs meet Caterpillar safety and performance standards

Skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Proficiency with hydraulic systems

Team player

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Caterpillar systems (SIS 2.0, Salesforce, PowerTest)

Forklifts

Overhead cranes

Job description

Overview

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 opening later in 2025 and will be at the following address: 897 North Business 290, Hempstead, TX 77445.

Now Hiring

Component Shop Heavy Equipment Technician – Hydraulic Specialist (Hempstead, TX)

(Heavy Equipment Technician | Hydraulic Systems Mechanic | Caterpillar Component Shop Technician | Hydraulic Pump & Motor Repair)

Mustang Cat, the authorized Caterpillar dealer for Southeast Texas, is actively hiring a Component Shop Heavy Equipment Technician – Hydraulic Focused for our Hempstead, Texas location. In this role, you’ll specialize in hydraulic systems, performing precision work on pumps, motors, and control valves to keep Caterpillar equipment performing at its best.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled hydraulic mechanic looking to join a stable, growth-oriented dealership with strong benefits and long-term career potential.

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 with an Industry Leader
• Full-Time Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) with Employer Matching
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time & Holidays
• Technician Career Review Program – Ask a recruiter today!

What You’ll Do as a Hydraulic Component Technician

• Disassemble, inspect, reassemble, and test hydraulic pumps and motors, including fixed/variable displacement, gear, and piston types
• Service hydraulic control valves, including electrical components
• Conduct failure analysis and prepare detailed reports
• Read, interpret, and apply Caterpillar hydraulic schematics
• Connect, disconnect, and interpret pressure gauges for diagnostic accuracy
• Work with open- and closed-loop hydrostatic systems
• Use forklifts and overhead cranes to safely handle components
• Maintain accurate records in Caterpillar software systems (SIS 2.0, Salesforce, PowerTest)
• Ensure all repairs meet Caterpillar standards for safety and performance

Position Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Strong mechanical aptitude with proven hydraulic system experience
• Proficiency with Caterpillar systems: SIS 2.0, Salesforce, and PowerTest
• Experience with electrical systems and hydraulic diagnostics
• Experience operating forklifts and overhead cranes
• Ability to perform detailed disassembly, inspection, and reassembly of hydraulic components
• Strong attention to detail and ability to read hydraulic schematics
• Team player with excellent communication and problem-solving skills

Join Mustang Cat in Hempstead, TX, as a Hydraulic Component Shop Technician and take your heavy equipment career to the next level. Apply today and help keep Texas running strong with Caterpillar-powered solutions.

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