Travel Heavy Equipment Mechanic - National Projects

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Traveling Heavy Equipment Mechanic (Diesel / Hydraulics) – Nationwide Projects

Live Anywhere in the U.S. | Paid Travel + Per Diem | Up to $45/hr + OT

This is a field-based opportunity with a fast-growing company in the solar industry, supporting equipment that installs and maintains solar panel systems across the country.

What You’ll Do:

• Travel to job sites to operate, maintain, and repair heavy equipment

• Diagnose and troubleshoot issues with diesel engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems

• Perform preventative maintenance and on-site repairs

• Work in outdoor environments on large-scale solar projects

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience working on heavy equipment (construction, diesel, excavators, tractors, backhoes, etc.)

• Strong hydraulics troubleshooting and repair experience

• Basic to solid electrical troubleshooting skills

• Comfortable diagnosing equipment breakdowns in the field

• Open to a travel-heavy role

✅ No solar experience needed – equipment is niche, but components are standard

Schedule & Work Environment:

• Daylight hours (typically 6:00 AM start, can be as early as 5:00 AM)

• 3 weeks on / 1 weekend off rotation

• 45–60 hours per week (OT available)

• Projects primarily located in AZ, TX, NV, and OH (open desert / large job sites)

Travel & Perks:

• 100% travel role – live anywhere in the U.S.

• All travel is paid (you’re on the clock while traveling)

• Per diem provided

• 3 weeks of paid training before deployment

• In-person interview in Las Vegas (equipment walkthrough)

Pay & Requirements:

• Up to $45/hour + overtime

• Consistent hours + long-term stability

• Valid driver’s license required

Why This Role:

• Steady work in a growing industry (renewable energy)

• High earning potential with OT + travel pay

• Great fit for mechanics who enjoy travel + field work

Apply today if you’re a diesel/heavy equipment mechanic ready to hit the road and work on large-scale projects.

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Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Phoenix, AZ.

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 Phoenix,AZ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 5, 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.

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.