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How much do forestry field mechanic jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for forestry field mechanic in the United States is $28.50, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.04 and $32.69 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a forestry field mechanic do?

A Forestry Field Mechanic is responsible for maintaining, repairing, and servicing heavy equipment and machinery used in forestry operations, such as harvesters, skidders, and loaders. They often work in outdoor, remote forest locations to ensure equipment is running efficiently and safely, minimizing downtime. Their duties may include troubleshooting mechanical issues, performing preventive maintenance, and conducting emergency repairs on-site. This role requires technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work in challenging environmental conditions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a forestry field mechanic?

To thrive as a Forestry Field Mechanic, you need strong mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting abilities, and experience with diesel engines and hydraulic systems, often backed by vocational training or relevant certifications. Familiarity with diagnostic software, heavy equipment tools, and maintenance management systems is typically required. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and time management skills help mechanics efficiently address equipment issues in challenging outdoor environments. These skills and qualities are essential for minimizing downtime, ensuring safety, and supporting the productivity of forestry operations.

What are some typical challenges a forestry field mechanic faces when working in remote forest locations?

Forestry Field Mechanics often encounter challenges such as limited access to parts and tools, difficult terrain, and unpredictable weather conditions. Working in remote areas means they must be resourceful, carrying essential supplies and sometimes improvising repairs to keep machinery like harvesters and skidders operational. Communication with the main office or other teams can also be limited, so strong problem-solving skills and self-reliance are key. Despite these challenges, many mechanics find the work rewarding due to the autonomy and variety it offers.

What is the difference between Forestry Field Mechanic vs Equipment Technician?

AspectForestry Field MechanicEquipment Technician
CredentialsMechanic certifications, technical trainingTechnical certifications, specialized training
Work EnvironmentForestry sites, outdoor, rugged terrainWorkshops, outdoor and industrial settings
Employer & IndustryForestry companies, logging, land managementConstruction, manufacturing, forestry equipment

Forestry Field Mechanics and Equipment Technicians both require technical skills and certifications. However, Forestry Field Mechanics focus on repairing and maintaining forestry machinery in outdoor, rugged environments, while Equipment Technicians may work on a broader range of industrial equipment in more controlled settings. Both roles are essential in forestry and related industries, with overlapping skills but different work environments and specific equipment focus.

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Infographic showing various Forestry Field Mechanic job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $59,289 per year, or $28.5 per hour.

Diesel Mechanic - Field Service Technician

Plymouth, MA • On-site

United Construction & Forestry, LLC
Construction • 201 - 500 employees
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$21 - $39.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

Description

Who We Are


United Construction & Forestry is a John Deere Dealership with multiple locations across the Northeast. We service customers in a variety of industries such as commercial, construction, agricultural, as well as consumers. United Ag & Turf strives for exceptional customer service throughout all our locations and departments including parts, sales, and service.

United sees an incredible opportunity in the Northeast to continue to expand the John Deere brand. We will continue to invest heavily in the region, building new facilities, updating and upgrading operations and empowering the business to continue to bring on talented, hardworking people to the team. United Construction & Forestry is a sister company to United Ag & Turf, so the opportunities for our employees to leverage career growth and advancement are endless. We invite you to join us now, as this is just the beginning.


What You'll Get

  • Bonus Program
  • Training through John Deere University
  • Tool Reimbursement
  • A comprehensive employee benefits plan that includes medical, dental, vision, and 401K Match
  • Referral Bonus
  • Earned PTO
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid Company holidays
  • Company Paid Life Insurance
  • Great Work/Life Balance
  • Opportunities for advancement

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule: Monday - Friday 1st shift - Saturdays as needed


United Construction & Forestry is looking for a Field Service Technician responsible for repairing and maintaining electric, diesel, and gasoline industrial, construction, forestry, milling, and paving equipment, generally independently and outside the actual conformities of the shop.


*Preference will be given to candidates who currently reside on Martha's Vineyard, including Aquinnah, Chilmark, Edgartown, Oak Bluffs, Vineyard Haven (Tisbury), and West Tisbury.*


What You'll Do

  • Reads job order and observes and listens to equipment in operation to determine malfunction and plans work procedures
  • Installs fuel injection nozzles and pumps, changes or recharges batteries, and replaces transmissions, hydraulic systems and component parts
  • Examines protective guards, loose bolts, and specified safety devices on equipment, and makes adjustments
  • Lubricates moving parts and drives repaired equipment to verify conformance to specifications
  • Fabricates special lifting or towing attachments, hydraulic systems, shields, or other devices according to blueprints or schematic drawings.
  • Removes, replaces, and repairs tires, undercarriages, and earth moving and timber harvesting attachments, milling, and paving attachments
  • Enters a legible description of work performed onto the work orders
  • Maintains and cares for the shop tools and equipment
  • Ensure work is performed safely and safe work procedures are followed throughout the department
  • Reads schematics denoting operating specifications for unit or component and type of evaluation required
  • Continues to work on revenue producing work as needed
  • Tests unit for conformance with operating requirements such as specified horsepower and lifting performance
  • Help ensure that our new and used whole goods are in good working conditions
  • Maintains assigned service vehicle in areas of cleanliness, daily maintenance and inspections
  • Complies with all state laws while operating company vehicle

Requirements

What It Takes

  • Must own and maintain their own tools (specialty tools provided by dealership)
  • Basic computer skills
  • Ability to assemble and perform maintenance functions
  • Able to work a varying work schedule/shift and be flexible to respond to after-hour calls
  • Strong customer service skills
  • Excellent oral communication and written skills
  • Strong organizational skills

Preferred

  • Associates degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school
  • Heavy Equipment license

Education

High school diploma or GED


The posted pay range reflects the full compensation range for this position. Starting pay is determined based on relevant experience, skills, certifications, geographic market, and internal equity. Most new hires are placed within the lower to middle portion of the range, with opportunities for continued wage growth as they develop in the role.


Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Stand for long periods of time, bend, lay, and crawl under to repair and service machines
  • Lift parts and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds unassisted
  • Able to maneuver on/under heavy equipment and on agricultural/construction sites with irregular terrain
  • Operate a motor vehicle during both day and night as well
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job includes close vision and color vision.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, type or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit, stand, and walk.

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