Heavy Equipment Field Mechanic- Traveling

Aerotek; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Prepaid travel (hotel, airfare, truck)

401(k) plan

Medical, dental & vision

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Traveling Heavy Equipment Field Mechanic to work across the United States. This 100% travel role repairs heavy hydraulic equipment at ground mount solar sites nationwide. The position is long-term and live anywhere in the US with travel costs prepaid.

Pay is $40–$45 per hour plus daily per diem; qualifications include 5 years as a heavy equipment mechanic, hydraulics, diesel and electrical troubleshooting, PLCs, welding, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• 5 years as a Heavy Equipment Mechanic.
• Experience troubleshooting hydraulics, diesel engines and electrical systems.
• Experience with controls (encoders, CANBUS, PLC, etc.).
• Heavy equipment diagnostics (CAT, Cummins).
• Welding and fabrication.
• Judgment and ability to work independently.
• Valid driver's license and ability to provide proof upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic machinery used for post pounding and drilling.
• Perform electrical troubleshooting and circuit diagnosis.
• Conduct hydraulic, pneumatic, and valve repairs.
• Repair heavy equipment.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot PLC systems.

Skills

Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Hydraulics troubleshooting

Diesel engines

Electrical systems

PLC controls

Welding & fabrication

Verbal & written communication

Driver's license

Tools

CANBUS

Encoders

PLC

CAT/Cummins diag

Job description

Job Title: Traveling Heavy Equipment Field Mechanic

Pay: $40-45/hr

This position is 100% travel - Mechanics can be live/be based ANYWHERE in the US.

Established Solar Tracking installation company is seeking a Heavy Equipment Mechanic that is able to travel and repair heavy equipment in the Field on large scale ground mount solar sites throughout the US.

This is long term position

All travel costs are prepaid (Hotel, Airfare, and Rental Truck)

Pay ranging from $40-45/hr depending on experience + daily per diem

Job Description

This role requires a candidate with experience as a heavy equipment mechanic, specifically in troubleshooting hydraulic machinery used for post and foundation preparations. The successful candidate must possess a valid driver's license and be able to provide proof upon hiring.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic machinery used for post pounding and drilling.

• Perform electrical troubleshooting and circuit diagnosis.

• Conduct hydraulic, pneumatic, and valve repairs.

• Repair heavy equipment

• Diagnose and troubleshoot PLC systems.

Job Qualifications:

• 5 years as a Heavy Equipment Mechanic

• Previous experience troubleshooting skills in the areas of hydraulics, diesel engines and electrical systems

• Experience with controls (encoders, CANBUS, linear transducers, PLC, etc.)

• Heavy equipment diagnostics (CAT, Cummins)

• Welding and fabrication

• Excellent judgement and able to make responsible decisions

• Ability to work independently without constant direction

• Effective verbal and written communication skills. Should be able to adapt communication style to suit different audiences both internally and externally

• This position requires the successful candidate to have a valid driver's license and provide proof that s/he has a valid driver's license upon being hired.

Key words: Diesel mechanic, heavy equipment mechanic, field mechanic, PD10, Hydraulics repairs, post pounders. drill rigs, drilling platforms. Hydraulic, traveling

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Houston, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $45.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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

Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Houston, TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 10, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Houston,TX.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.