EPC - Diesel Mechanic

LPL Solar LLC; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

LPL Solar LLC seeks a Heavy Equipment Diesel Mechanic in Fort Lauderdale, FL to maintain and repair solar project equipment. You will diagnose faults, service machines, and ensure safety standards across multiple sites.

Requires 5+ years' experience, CDL/DOT readiness, welding skills, and willingness to travel; basic tools provided; must pass pre-employment onboarding.

Qualifications

• 5+ years as Heavy Equipment Diesel Technician.
• Strong mechanics knowledge and electrical skills.
• Unrestricted driver's license with clean MVR.
• DOT medical card or ability to obtain.
• Welding skills: Torch, Stick, Mig, Tig, ARC.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose repairs using diagnostic equipment and calibrate devices.
• Inspect and diagnose faults in vehicles and heavy equipment.
• Disassemble and reassemble equipment with hoists and hand tools.
• Order and maintain parts inventory for service and repairs.
• Test equipment after repair to ensure proper performance.

Skills

Heavy equipment diagnosis

Safety compliance

Communication skills

DOT compliance knowledge

Welding

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Diagnostic equipment

Crane/hoist tools

Job description

Heavy Equipment Diesel Mechanic

Reports To: Equipment Manager

Classification: Full-Time, Exempt

Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL

Heavy Equipment Diesel Mechanic

Responsibilities

• Follow established safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Use effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Operate and inspect vehicles, machines or heavy equipment to diagnose repairs.
• Diagnose faults or malfunctions to determine required repairs, using engine diagnostic equipment such as computerized test equipment and calibration devices.
• Safely dismantle and reassemble heavy equipment using small truck crane, hoists and hand tools.
• Troubleshoot, rewire and or repair electrical systems.
• Research, order, and maintain parts inventory for services and repairs.
• Test mechanical products and equipment after repair or assembly to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufacturers' specifications.
• Read and understand operating manuals, blueprints, and technical drawings.
• As needed, assist vehicle and equipment operators in completing daily equipment inspections prior to each use; ensure safety policies concerning equipment operation.
• Have an understanding of FMSCA DOT Compliance requirements for vehicles and equipment.
• Assure that equipment arriving and leaving the project is Job-ready (Turnkey) for the next assignment.
• Identify and assess improvement opportunities and participate in continuous improvement efforts.
• Report all accidents and near misses; participate in the investigation process as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability and willingness to travel as needed to multiple projects in multiple states.
• At least 5 years of experience as a Heavy Equipment Diesel Technician with a strong working knowledge of mechanics.
• Knowledge of Solar Project based equipment.
• Must have working knowledge of commercial construction equipment, machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Unrestricted driver’s license and clean MVR.
• Must possess basic tools such as impacts, pneumatic or battery-operated drivers, wrenches and sockets up to 2”.
• Welding ability and knowledge with Torch, Stick, Mig, Tig and ARC.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Position will require an up-to-date possession or ability to obtain DOT(Non-CDL) Medical Card
• Position may require the possession of or obtaining Class A CDL (within 12 months of hire).
• Proficient computer analytical skills using MSOffice and various other programs.
• All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected).

Physical Demands

• Ability to move, lift or carry items up to 50 lbs.
• Flexibility and full range of motion with repetitive movement
• Ability to travel, drive or perform up to 11 hours per day when required.

Work Environment

• Construction Project, maybe remote at times based on location
• Requires working or exposure to adverse climate conditions such as hot, cold, dusty, rainy, snow
• Working around moving construction equipment
• Working in bright or low lighting conditions