Field Service Electrician

Field Service Electrician – Houston, TX

Mustang Cat, the authorized Caterpillar® dealer for Southeast Texas, is hiring a highly skilled Field Service Electrician to join our elite Power Systems Division in Houston, Texas. In this critical role, you’ll travel to customer sites to diagnose, repair and maintain Caterpillar power generation equipment, including diesel and gas engines, switch gear, and complex electrical systems.

🔧 What You’ll Do as a Field Service Electrician:

• Troubleshoot and repair engines, generators, controls, switch gear, and wiring.
• Read and interpret electrical blueprints, schematics, and point‑to‑point drawings.
• Install Class 1 Div 2 conduit and wiring, including enclosure lighting panels.
• Perform load bank testing and work with low, medium, and high voltage systems.
• Fabricate and install engine harnesses and solder wire connections.
• Install and wire generators, switch gear, controls, conversions, and related components.
• Generate detailed field service reports for customer documentation.
• Provide exceptional customer service while on job sites.
• Other field‑related electrical duties as required.

💥 Field Service Electrician Technician Benefits:

• Up to $2,000 sign‑on bonus.
• Great work‑life balance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Job stability.
• 401(k) employer matching.
• Paid vacation, sick time, holidays.
• Potential eligibility for Technician Review Program.

📋 Position Requirements:

• Must own proper tools for field repairs.
• Associate’s degree or certificate from a technical school preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience troubleshooting engine controls and wiring.
• CAT Switchgear experience a plus.
• Proficient with AC/DC circuits, schematics, and general mechanical systems.
• Ability to operate forklifts and overhead cranes safely.
• Strong understanding of Caterpillar generators, switch gear, and load bank operations.
• Field service experience with diesel engines, gas compression, and PLC/HMI systems.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work independently in the field.
• CAT switch gear certification and CAT training.
• Prior military mechanic experience is a plus.

Mustang Cat is an Equal Opportunity Employer.