About this opportunity
Mustang CAT lists this Powertrain Technician - Hempstead opportunity in hempstead, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
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 - Powertrain Focused (Hempstead, TX)
(Caterpillar Technician Jobs | Powertrain Mechanic Careers | Heavy Equipment Service Roles)
Mustang Cat, the authorized Caterpillar® dealer for Southeast Texas, is seeking an experienced Component Shop Heavy Equipment Technician with a focus on powertrain systems . Based in our Hempstead, TX facility, this role is critical to disassembling, inspecting, rebuilding, and testing Caterpillar powertrain components for both machine and industrial applications.
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 Powertrain Component Technician: Disassemble, inspect, and reassemble Caterpillar powertrain components (transmissions, torque converters, differentials, final drives)
Perform failure analysis and provide detailed reporting
Test transmissions on a dynamometer (machine and industrial applications)
Connect, disconnect, and read pressure gauges to support diagnostics
Work with Caterpillar service systems, including SIS 2.0, Salesforce, and PowerTest
Handle electrical systems troubleshooting and repair
Safely operate forklifts, overhead cranes, and other shop equipment
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment
Position Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certifications preferred
Must own proper tools to perform necessary repairs
Strong knowledge of Caterpillar powertrain systems
Hands-on experience with failure analysis and precision measuring tools
Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and service schematics
Familiarity with dynamometer testing and related diagnostic equipment
Experience with forklifts and overhead cranes
Strong mechanical aptitude with proven troubleshooting abilities
Strongly Preferred Experience: Advanced technical school training in diesel, industrial, or Caterpillar equipment
Prior Caterpillar dealership or OEM service experience
Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus
Build your career with Mustang Cat in Hempstead, TX, as a Component Shop Heavy Equipment Technician - Powertrain Focused . Join a team that has been Building Texas... Powering the World for over 70 years. Apply today!
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Mustang Cat is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Worksite address
hempstead, TX, 77445, US
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