Mechanical Superintendent

Koch; Altoona (KS); On-site; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

DEPCOM Power, a Koch Engineered Solutions company, is seeking a proactive Mechanical Superintendent to lead the installation of racking and modules across multiple utility-scale solar projects nationwide.

You will supervise in-house construction teams, manage equipment and procurement, and ensure safe, efficient execution of the mechanical scope, while fostering a culture of safety, collaboration, and operational excellence. This is a site-based role with travel).

Qualifications

• Experience with pile driving, racking installation, and module installation.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience leading or managing a team.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the mechanical self-perform team, including general foremen, to ensure safe, high-quality racking and module installation.
• Develop and coach team members, fostering professional growth and a culture of collaboration and accountability.
• Coordinate tools, equipment, and procurement with internal teams to support efficient project execution.
• Develop and communicate a comprehensive 3-week look-ahead for mechanical disciplines on the project.
• Maintain schedules, track progress, and implement process improvements to ensure projects meet quality, safety, and operational standards.
• Travel to multiple project sites nationwide, building strong relationships with your team and contributing to DEPCOM’s culture of excellence and innovation.

Skills

Pile driving

Racking installation

Module installation

Microsoft Office

Team leadership

Driver's license

Job description

DEPCOM Power, a Koch Engineered Solutions company, is seeking a proactive Mechanical Superintendent to lead the installation of racking and modules across multiple utility‑scale solar projects nationwide. In this role, you’ll supervise and develop in‑house construction teams, manage equipment and procurement, and ensure efficient, safe execution of the mechanical scope. Your leadership will foster strong team relationships, support continuous process improvement, and drive successful project delivery. You will play a key role in cultivating DEPCOM’s culture of safety, collaboration, and operational excellence.

Travel

Site based role with home trip rotations (typically every 3–4 weeks).

Location subject to change depending on business needs.

What You Will Do

• Lead and mentor the mechanical self‑perform team, including general foremen, to ensure safe, high‑quality racking and module installation.
• Develop and coach team members, fostering professional growth and a culture of collaboration and accountability.
• Coordinate tools, equipment, and procurement with internal teams to support efficient project execution.
• Develop and communicate a comprehensive 3‑week look‑ahead for mechanical disciplines on the project.
• Maintain schedules, track progress, and implement process improvements to ensure projects meet quality, safety, and operational standards.
• Travel to multiple project sites nationwide, building strong relationships with your team and contributing to DEPCOM’s culture of excellence and innovation.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Experience with pile driving, racking installation, and module installation.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft applications.
• Experience leading or managing a team.
• Valid driver’s license.

What Will Put You Ahead

• Ability to operate equipment when necessary.
• Familiarity with racking systems such as GameChange, ATI, and NextTracker.
• Experience with procurement and labor management tools.

For this role, we anticipate paying \$110,000 - \$135,000 per year. This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form.

Our goal is for each employee and their families to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength, focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave, and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria are set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E‑Verify.