Field Service Electrician
Mustang CAT
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Job Description
Now Hiring: Field Service Electrician – Houston, TX(Electrician Technician | Engine Controls | Power Generation | Caterpillar Equipment) 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: 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 Field Service Electrician Technician
Benefits
Up to $2,000 Sign-On Bonus Great Work-Life Balance On-Premise Clinic Boot & Tool Allowances Tuition Reimbursement Vast Growth Opportunities Job Stability Full-Time
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision 401(k) Employer Matching Paid Vacation, Sick Time, Holidays Potential Eligibility for Technician Review Program (Ask a recruiter today!) Position
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 ⭐ Preferred
Experience
CAT switchgear certification and CAT training Prior military mechanic experience is a plus Join Mustang Cat as a Field Service Electrician and become part of a team that powers Texas. If you're ready to grow your career with industry-leading power generation technology, apply now and put your skills to work where they matter most—in the field. Mustangcareers MustangZip
What Most Electricians Job Listings Don't Tell You
General overview for this role type; specifics vary by employer.
Electrical work in Texas is licensed by the state. You begin as a registered apprentice, accumulate thousands of paid hours under a licensed electrician, and pass an exam to reach journeyman, then master. A posting that says electrician may want a specific tier, so check which license the role expects. Pay is hourly and climbs sharply with each license step. Service and low-voltage specialties sometimes add performance pay on top.
The work splits into residential, commercial, and industrial, and each feels different. Residential service means troubleshooting panels, outlets, and fixtures in occupied homes. Commercial and new construction lean on conduit bending, blueprint reading, and rough-in on a schedule. Safety is constant. You lock out circuits, test before you touch, and follow code to the letter because inspectors check the work. Demand in the Houston metro stays strong with new building, solar tie-ins, and EV charger installs, so skilled hands rarely sit idle.
What to Expect Day-to-Day
General overview for this role type; specifics vary by employer.
Most days open with a job packet or a service route. You review the scope, pull materials, and set up a safe work area. Service electricians spend the day diagnosing dead circuits, replacing breakers, adding outlets, and correcting wiring that failed an inspection. You test voltage, trace faults, and confirm every connection is tight and grounded.
On new construction the rhythm is different. You bend and run conduit, pull wire, mount boxes, and set panels to the plan. Rough-in has to pass inspection before walls close, so accuracy and code knowledge matter more than speed. You coordinate with other trades sharing the site and keep your runs clean. Documentation closes out the day. You mark panels, note circuits, and record what was installed. The job mixes physical work, careful measurement, and steady problem solving, and a single miss can mean a failed inspection or a callback.
What Electricians Jobs Pay in Houston
Based on Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data for Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area (Electricians).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area. Median is about $28.45/hr.
Becoming a Licensed Electrician in Texas
Electrical work is licensed by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. You start as a registered apprentice and log thousands of paid hours under a licensed electrician. With enough documented hours you test for journeyman, and after more experience you sit for the master electrician exam. A master can hold or serve as the responsible party for a contractor license. Specialties like low-voltage and sign electrician have their own licenses. Every step ties to hours and a passing exam, so track your time from day one.
Career Ladder and Pay
- 1 Apprentice Electrician $47,237/yr
Register with the state and log paid hours under a licensed electrician.
- 2 Journeyman Electrician $59,176/yr
Pass the exam and wire installs and service with limited supervision.
- 3 Master Electrician $73,715/yr
Top tier. Design systems, pull permits, and oversee journeymen.
- 4 Estimator / Foreman $73,715/yr
Bid projects and lead crews on commercial and industrial jobs.
- 5 Electrical Contractor $84,469/yr
Hold the contractor license and run your own electrical business.
Licensing paths and timelines are general guidance for this trade in Texas. Confirm current requirements with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation or the relevant state agency.
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