Sign-on Bonus! Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Mustang Cat; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; 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 Match

Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays

Job summary

A leading heavy equipment dealership in Houston, Texas is seeking an experienced Caterpillar Heavy Equipment Mechanic. In this role, you will inspect, service, diagnose, and repair machinery, including performing preventive maintenance and component replacements. Candidates should have a high school diploma, own required tools, and possess strong mechanical knowledge, especially with diesel engines. Enjoy benefits like a sign-on bonus, tuition reimbursement, and comprehensive health coverage. Join a respected dealership and advance your career today.

Qualifications

• Must own tools required to perform heavy equipment repairs.
• Experience with Caterpillar or competitive earthmoving equipment brands.
• Formal training from OEM programs or accredited technical schools.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, service, diagnose, and repair Cat diesel-powered equipment.
• Operate from a company-provided service truck for field service.
• Maintain high-quality standards and follow all safety procedures.

Skills

Strong mechanical understanding of diesel engines

Hands-on experience with transmissions

Proficient in technical diagnostics

MIG welding experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Cat ET (Electronic Technician)

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!

Now Hiring

Caterpillar Heavy Equipment Mechanic (Experienced) - Shop & Field Service | Houston, TX

(Cat Mechanic Jobs | Diesel Technician | Heavy Equipment Repair | Field Service Technician)

What You\'ll Do

As a Heavy Equipment Mechanic, you\'ll inspect, service, diagnose, and repair Cat diesel-powered equipment and construction machinery, including:

• Set-up, diagnostics, repairs, and preventive maintenance
• Component replacement (hydraulics, fuel systems, transmissions, undercarriage, electrical, etc.)
• Shop Service: Work with mentor technicians in a fully equipped shop
• Field Service: Operate from a company-provided service truck, servicing customers at their job sites
• Maintain high-quality standards and follow all safety procedures

Position Requirements

• Must own tools required to perform heavy equipment repairs
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Strong mechanical understanding of diesel engines, electrical, and hydraulic systems
• Hands-on experience with transmissions, track systems, components, and fuel systems
• Previous experience with Caterpillar or competitive earthmoving equipment brands
• Proficient in technical diagnostics and able to use Cat ET (Electronic Technician) or similar systems

Strongly Preferred

• Welding and fabrication experience: MIG welding, arc gouging, oxyacetylene torch
• Familiarity with hydraulic pumps, valves, and motors
• Formal training from OEM programs or accredited technical schools
• Experience using diagnostic tools such as Cat ET, Cummins Insite, or competitor platforms

Top Benefits at Mustang Cat

• Up to $2,000 Sign-On Bonus
• Great Work-Life Balance
• On-Premise Clinic
• Boot & Tool Allowances
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Job Stability with a respected Cat dealership
• Full-Time Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays
• Technician Review Program eligibility

Technician levels and pay rates are based on your skills, certifications, and experience.

Join Mustang Cat and bring your expertise to a team that supports the backbone of Texas infrastructure. Apply today and build your future with a leader in diesel equipment service and field repair.

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Mustang Cat is an Equal Opportunity Employer.