Caterpillar Heavy Equipment Mechanic (CAT)

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.