**Heavy Equipment Diesel Mechanic - Georgia - Rochelle, Georgia (Job Number: 630013)** **Job Summary:** The Heavy Equipment Diesel Mechanic supports Solar construction operations by performing inspection, maintenance, diagnostics, and repair of heavy equipment and fleet vehicles used on large-scale Solar projects. This role is critical to ensuring equipment uptime, safety compliance, and job-ready condition across active and transitioning project sites, often in remote or fast-paced environments. **Key Responsibilities:** + Perform preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on heavy construction equipment commonly used on Solar projects, including earthmoving equipment, pile driving equipment, forklifts, telehandlers, generators, compressors, and support vehicles. + Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair diesel engines, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, powertrains, and emissions systems using manufacturer diagnostics and computerized test equipment. + Safely dismantle and reassemble equipment using hoists, cranes, and hand tools, ensuring compliance with manufacturer specifications. + Troubleshoot, rewire, and repair electrical and control systems as needed. + Conduct welding and fabrication repairs using Torch, Stick, MIG, TIG, and ARC welding methods. + Ensure all equipment arriving at or leaving a project site is **job-ready (turnkey)** for immediate use or redeployment. + Support field operations by assisting equipment operators with pre-use inspections and ensuring adherence to equipment safety standards. + Research, order, track, and maintain parts inventory to support timely repairs and minimize downtime. + Read and interpret equipment manuals, schematics, blueprints, and technical drawings. + Maintain accurate documentation of maintenance, repairs, inspections, and compliance records. + Demonstrate working knowledge of **FMCSA and DOT compliance requirements** applicable to fleet vehicles and equipment. + Identify opportunities for equipment reliability improvements and participate in continuous improvement initiatives. + Follow all safety policies, report accidents and near misses, and participate in investigations as required. + Communicate effectively with Equipment Managers, project teams, and operators to coordinate repairs and prioritize operational needs. + Travel to multiple Solar project sites, as needed, to support equipment maintenance and repair demands **Required Qualifications** + Strong working knowledge of commercial construction and heavy equipment, including design, use, repair, and preventive maintenance. + Minimum age of 21. + Unrestricted driver’s license with a clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR). + Welding proficiency using Torch, Stick, MIG, TIG, and ARC processes. + Ability to obtain and maintain a **DOT (Non-CDL) Medical Card** . + Ability to obtain a **Class A CDL within 12 months of hire** , if required. + Proficient computer skills, including MS Office and equipment/fleet management systems. + Ability to meet all pre-employment onboarding and safety requirements. **Preferred Qualifications** + Five (5) or more years of experience as a Heavy Equipment Diesel Mechanic or Technician. + Experience supporting **Solar or large-scale renewable energy construction projects** . + Familiarity with Solar-specific equipment and project-based fleet operations. + Willingness and ability to travel across multiple states and work in outdoor, remote, or challenging site conditions. **Physical:** + Must comply with PCL’s drug and alcohol abuse policy. + Must be able to pass physical examination, pre-employment if necessary, and as required by PCL. + Able to climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding, and stairways. + Stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, or work at elevated heights as well as in confined spaces (towers, vessels, excavations, etc.) + Able to carry 50 lbs. of tools and/or materials. PCL policy requires getting assistance to lift items over 50 lbs. Check with your project supervisor or project safety director. + Must be able to work extended hours on your feet on uneven surfaces (dirt, concrete, asphalt, mud, gravel, etc.). + Must work all hours needed at the jobsite and possible weekends with short notice. **Safety/Environment:** + Knowledge solar construction site hazards which may require special precautions and PPE. Knowledge of power generating plant and cement plant hazards and special PPE. + Must undertake the appropriate safety/environmental training commensurate with the position and location. + Understand and implement lockout/tagout procedures as needed or directed in a safe manner. + Must be able to read and understand safety instructions, signs, labels, and permits in English. **Benefits:** + Competitive pay ($45-$65) based on experience + Overtime opportunities + Per diem (if applicable) + Health, dental, and vision insurance + 401(k) PCL is an innovative, safety-oriented company comprised of people who find passion in their profession and take pride in doing great work everyday. Our work powers the infrastructure and utilities that are essential to daily life and our projects are the scene of vacations, careers, education and healing. We are consistently ranked among the best companies to work for because we are committed to supporting and developing our teams. The PCL Companies celebrate diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating equitable opportunities and an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We make employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability or veteran status. Should you require an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at careers@pcl.com with the position and location you are interested in. Together, we can build success and a better future. Let's get started! **Company:** PCL Solar Constructors USA Inc. **Job Posting:** Jan 29, 2026 **Closing Date:** Ongoing **Primary Location:** United States-Georgia-Rochelle