Travel Field Mechanic | $40-45/hr

Traveling Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Join a Mission-Driven Solar Team

We're a well-established solar tracking installation company seeking a Traveling Heavy Equipment Mechanic to support large-scale ground mount solar projects across the U.S. If you're a hands-on problem solver with a passion for machinery and travel, this is your chance to work on cutting-edge solar infrastructure while exploring new locations.

Location: Nationwide Travel (U.S.)

Type: Full-Time | Long-Term Opportunity

Pay: $40$45/hr (DOE) + Daily Per Diem

Travel Perks: All hotel, airfare, and rental truck expenses prepaid

What You'll Get

• Daily per diem
• All travel costs coveredhotel, flights, rental truck
• Work on impactful renewable energy projects
• Long-term stability with potential for growth

Your Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair hydraulic machinery (e.g., post pounders, drill rigs)
• Perform electrical troubleshooting and circuit repairs
• Service diesel engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, and PLC systems
• Conduct welding and fabrication as needed
• Ensure safe, efficient operation of all equipment on solar construction sites

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of heavy equipment experience (drill rig experience a plus)
• Strong skills in hydraulics, diesel engines, electrical systems, and controls (CANBUS, PLC, etc.)
• Valid driver's license (required upon hire)
• Ability to work independently and travel frequently
• Commitment to safety and quality workmanship

Keywords for Visibility

Diesel mechanic, field mechanic, traveling mechanic, solar construction, PD10, post pounders, hydraulic repair, drill rigs, renewable energy jobs, heavy equipment technician, solar installation, PLC systems, CANBUS, mobile mechanic, solar tracking systems, nationwide travel jobs, construction equipment repair, solar field operations.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $50.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)