Traveling Heavy Equipment Field Mechanic

Job Title: Traveling Heavy Equipment Field Mechanic

Pay: $40-45/hr

This position is 100% travel - Mechanics can 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 cost 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 drill rigs.

• Perform electrical troubleshooting and circuit diagnosis.

• Conduct hydraulic, pneumatic, and valve repairs.

• Repair heavy equipment

• Diagnose and troubleshoot PLC systems.

Job Qualifications:

• Up to 5 years Heavy Equipment Machinery or similar; drill rigs a plus

• 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 Bakersfield, CA.

Pay and Benefits

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

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Bakersfield,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 3, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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.