Construction Paving Specialist

Mustang Cat•Houston, TX

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Mustang Cat is seeking a Construction Paving Specialist to serve as the technical and commercial expert for Caterpillar paving products. The position supports customers, sales representatives, rental operations, and product support teams by recommending equipment solutions that improve productivity, maximize uptime, and help customers complete paving projects. The specialist supports the growth of Caterpillar paving products through technical expertise, customer consultation, and sales support across Southeast Texas. The role includes developing customer relationships, advising on asphalt paving applications, providing equipment troubleshooting and training, and coordinating with internal teams. The specialist also supports marketing events, equipment demonstrations, inventory planning, and the sharing of market intelligence with dealership leadership and Caterpillar.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience in paving equipment, heavy equipment sales, construction operations, or a related field.
Strong understanding of asphalt paving operations and paving equipment applications.
Technical aptitude and mechanical understanding of heavy equipment.
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
Consultative approach to solving customer challenges.
Ability to conduct equipment demonstrations and customer training.
Experience with CRM software and Microsoft Office.
Valid driver's license and ability to travel throughout the assigned territory.
Ability to work outdoors in active construction environments and varying weather conditions.
Ability to climb on and inspect heavy equipment safely.
Ability to travel regularly throughout the assigned territory.
Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Caterpillar paving equipment preferred.
Bachelor's degree in Business, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred, or equivalent industry experience.
Spanish bilingual skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

Partner with Territory Sales Representatives to identify equipment opportunities and grow market share.
Participate in customer meetings, jobsite visits, product demonstrations, and equipment presentations.
Develop relationships with paving contractors, municipalities, and asphalt producers.
Recommend equipment solutions based on customer applications and operational needs.
Monitor market trends, competitive products, and customer buying patterns.
Serve as the dealership's subject matter expert for CAT asphalt pavers, compactors, cold planers, screeds, and paving technologies.
Provide application guidance and operational best practices.
Assist customers and internal teams with equipment troubleshooting and technical support.
Coordinate with Parts and Service teams to maximize customer uptime.
Deliver product training for customers and dealership employees.
Stay current on Caterpillar technologies, telematics, grade control systems, and new product introductions.
Build long-term customer relationships through responsive service and trusted technical guidance.
Visit customer jobsites to evaluate applications and recommend equipment solutions.
Collect customer feedback and share market intelligence with dealership leadership and Caterpillar.
Work closely with Rental, Sales, Service, Parts, and Product Support teams.
Support marketing events, trade shows, paving demonstrations, and customer appreciation events.
Assist with inventory planning and stocking recommendations.