Field Service Electrician

Mustang Cat•Houston, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

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, switchgear, and complex electrical systems. 🔧 What You’ll Do as a Field Service Electrician: As a Field Service Electrician, you will troubleshoot and repair CAT engine controls, electrical systems, and power generation equipment at customer locations. Key responsibilities include:

Requirements

Must own proper tools to perform all necessary field repairs
Associate’s degree or certificate from a technical school preferred
Minimum 5 years’ experience troubleshooting engine controls and wiring
C175 engine experience a plus
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, switchgear, 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

Nice To Haves

CAT switchgear certification and CAT training
Prior military mechanic experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and repair engines, generators, controls, switchgear, 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, switchgear, 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