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.