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Marine Engine Technician/Mechanic
Job Posted:
2025-04-21
Location:
Houston, TX, US
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Now Hiring: Marine Field Service Technician/Mechanic – Southeast Texas
(Marine Diesel Technician | Marine Field Service Mechanic | Boat Engine Repair | Marine Generator Technician)
Mustang Cat is urgently hiring skilled Marine Field Service Technicians/Mechanics to support our Marine Services division. This role plays a vital part in keeping vessels running smoothly across the Gulf Coast and inland waterways by providing expert diagnostics, repairs, and preventative maintenance on Caterpillar marine engines and generators.
If you're experienced in boat engine repair or have a background working as a marine diesel technician, this is a high-impact opportunity with a respected name in industrial and marine power systems.
⚓ What You’ll Do as a Marine Field Service Technician:
As a Marine Field Service Mechanic, you’ll inspect, diagnose, and repair Caterpillar marine engines and generators aboard vessels and at port facilities. You’ll be trusted to perform field-based service with minimal supervision while ensuring safe and reliable equipment operation. Responsibilities include:
• Diagnose and repair marine diesel engines and generator systems
• Perform in-field engine overhauls and marine power unit service
• Troubleshoot electronic engine control systems
• Deliver service excellence directly onboard marine vessels
• Communicate professionally with vessel owners, captains, and customers
• Document service actions and support safety-first field operations
• Top Benefits for Marine Technicians:
• 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) with Employer Matching
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time & Holidays
• Requirements:
• Must own proper tools required for marine engine repair
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Associate's degree or technical certification preferred - (Military or relevant field experience will also be considered)
• Experience servicing diesel engines and performing generator repair
• Ability to diagnose and repair electronic marine control systems
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Basic computer skills for service documentation
Curious what it’s like to be a Marine Diesel Technician at Mustang Cat? Hear firsthand from our team of expert diesel engine technicians and learn how we keep marine operations running strong.
Join us EVERY FRIDAY from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm for Technician Open Interviews at our Northwest Houston/HWY 290 location.
Mustang Cat is a licensed Caterpillar dealer that provides new and used construction equipment, machinery, power systems, rentals, servicing, and more. If you’re passionate about all you do, we want you to work with us. Start a career with Mustang Cat!
Mustang Cat is an Equal Opportunity Employer.