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Rental Equipment Technician (Shop & Field) - Lufkin

Lufkin, TXOnsiteFull Time$16–$40 /hrPosted 16 days ago

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Required skills

  • Diesel
  • Electrical
  • Hydraulic systems
  • Troubleshooting skills
  • High school diploma
  • GED

Nice to have

  • Hydraulic pumps
  • Valves
  • Motors
  • Welding

Role summary

Mustang Cat is hiring Rental Equipment Technicians / Mechanics in Lufkin, Texas, to perform maintenance and repairs on their fleet of rental construction equipment, including diesel-powered machines, aerial lifts, and man lifts. Responsibilities include inspection, troubleshooting, and repair to ensure safe and reliable performance. Requirements include owning proper tools, a high school diploma or GED, and strong understanding of diesel, electrical, and hydraulic systems. Preferred experience includes technical certifications, heavy equipment repair, aerial lift service, and welding.

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Now Hiring: Rental Equipment Technician / Mechanic – Lufkin, TX (
(Heavy Equipment Mechanic | Rental Equipment Technician | Diesel Technician Jobs in Lufkin, TX)

Mustang Rental Services is actively hiring Rental Equipment Technicians / Mechanics across all skill levels for Shop Service and Field Service positions in Lufkin, Texas. This is your opportunity to work on a wide range of equipment in a high-demand, high-reward environment.

🔧 Top Benefits for Rental Equipment Technicians / Mechanics:

• Up to $2,000 Sign-On Bonus
• Great Work-Life Balance
• 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
• Technician Review Program – ask a recruiter how to accelerate your pay!

🛠️ What You’ll Do as a Rental Equipment Technician:

As a Rental Equipment Mechanic, you will perform maintenance and repairs on Mustang’s expanding fleet of rental construction equipment, including diesel-powered machines, aerial lifts, and man lifts. You’ll inspect, troubleshoot, and repair equipment to ensure safe, reliable performance for our customers.

✅ Position Requirements:

• Must own proper tools to perform necessary repairs
• High school diploma or GED required
• Previous mechanic experience or military service highly valued
• Strong understanding of diesel, electrical, and hydraulic systems
• Ability to demonstrate technical, mechanical, and troubleshooting skills

⭐ Strongly Preferred Experience:

• Technical certificate or associate degree from an accredited program
• Mechanic experience on heavy and light construction equipment
• Experience servicing aerial and man lift equipment
• Technical knowledge of hydraulic pumps, valves, and motors
• Welding experience is a plus

🧰 Career Growth:
Technician levels and compensation rates are determined by skill set, knowledge, and experience. Mustang Cat provides a clear career path for advancement.

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