Shop Service Electrician
About The Position
Mustang Cat is seeking an experienced Shop Service Electrician to support its Used Power Sales team at its Waller, Texas facility. The position focuses on testing, troubleshooting, servicing, and repairing diesel and natural gas generator sets, primarily from 250 kW to 1,000 kW, with occasional work on equipment up to 3–4 MW. The role works with generator engines, controls, switchgear, and electrical systems, and is based primarily in the Waller shop, with occasional customer-site service calls and related field duties. Caterpillar experience is preferred; experience with Cummins, Kohler, and other generator manufacturers is also considered.
Requirements
- Experience troubleshooting and repairing diesel and/or natural gas generators and electrical systems.
- Hands-on experience performing load bank testing and electrical diagnostic testing.
- Strong knowledge of AC/DC electrical circuits, generator controls, wiring, and electrical components.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and wiring diagrams.
- Experience with Caterpillar, Cummins, Kohler, or similar power generation equipment.
- Understanding of generator operation, electrical troubleshooting procedures, and safe work practices.
- Ability to independently diagnose equipment issues and perform necessary repairs.
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and documentation skills.
- Ability to work primarily from the Waller shop with occasional travel to customer locations.
Nice To Haves
- Caterpillar generator, engine control, or switchgear experience.
- Experience with larger generator sets.
- Knowledge of PLC/HMI systems and generator communication networks.
- Experience installing Class 1 Division 2 conduit and electrical wiring.
- Experience fabricating electrical harnesses and soldering connections.
- Technical school certification or an associate degree in a related field.
- Caterpillar technical training or certifications.
- Experience with generator reconditioning or used power generation equipment.
Responsibilities
- Perform load bank, Megger, and communication loop testing and work with low-, medium-, and high-voltage electrical systems.
- Troubleshoot and repair diesel and natural gas generator sets, engines, controls, switchgear, and electrical wiring.
- Perform generator and engine preventive maintenance, removal, installation, disassembly, assembly, reconditioning, adjustment, technical analysis, diagnostics, and failure analysis.
- Read and interpret electrical blueprints, schematics, and point-to-point drawings.
- Install Class 1 Division 2 conduit and wiring, including enclosure lighting panels.
- Fabricate and install engine harnesses and solder wire connections.
- Install and wire generators, switchgear, controls, conversions, and related components.
- Prepare detailed service reports documenting failure analysis, work performed, service recommendations, and supporting information.
- Make occasional service calls at customer locations during regular and irregular working hours.
- Perform occasional engine mechanical work as needed.
- Complete other shop and field-related electrical duties as required.
Benefits
- Up to $2,000 sign-on bonus.
- Great work-life balance.
- On-premise clinic.
- Boot and tool allowances.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Career growth opportunities.
- Job stability.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) employer matching.
- Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
- Potential eligibility for the Technician Review Program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
