Traveling Heavy Equipment Field Mechanic
Aerotek
Location
Dallas, TX, 75201
Job Type
Full Time
Date Posted
20 April 2026
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
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Dallas, TX.
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)
This is a fully onsite position in Dallas, TX.
This position is anticipated to close on Jan 27, 2026.
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