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CARDS Holdings, Inc.

Traveling Diesel Mechanic

Van Buren, AR · On-site

$23.25 - $30.50/hr

Roving Fleet Manager As a Roving Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic at Ecowaste Solutions you will be ... Willingness and ability to travel extensively on short notice. Pay & Benefits: * Who doesn't like ...

CARDS Holdings, Inc.

Traveling Diesel Mechanic

Mobile, AL · On-site

$21.25 - $28/hr

Roving Fleet Manager As a Roving Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic at Ecowaste Solutions you will be ... Willingness and ability to travel extensively on short notice. Pay & Benefits: * Who doesn't like ...

DeAngelo Contracting Services

Diesel Mechanic

Moore, OK · On-site

We are seeking a highly skilled Shop/Traveling Diesel Mechanic with extensive troubleshooting experience in medium and heavy-duty truck systems. This role is ideal for a self-sufficient, diagnostic ...

DeAngelo Contracting Services

Diesel Mechanic

Yukon, OK · On-site

$32 - $35/hr

We are seeking a highly skilled Shop/Traveling Diesel Mechanic with extensive troubleshooting experience in medium and heavy-duty truck systems. This role is ideal for a self-sufficient, diagnostic ...

DeAngelo Contracting Services

Diesel Mechanic

Norman, OK · On-site

$32 - $35/hr

We are seeking a highly skilled Shop/Traveling Diesel Mechanic with extensive troubleshooting experience in medium and heavy-duty truck systems. This role is ideal for a self-sufficient, diagnostic ...

DeAngelo Contracting Services

Diesel Mechanic

Mustang, OK · On-site

$32 - $35/hr

We are seeking a highly skilled Shop/Traveling Diesel Mechanic with extensive troubleshooting experience in medium and heavy-duty truck systems. This role is ideal for a self-sufficient, diagnostic ...

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How much do traveling diesel mechanic jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for traveling diesel mechanic in the United States is $28.27, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.04 and $31.73 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a traveling diesel mechanic?

A Traveling Diesel Mechanic is a skilled technician who travels to various locations to inspect, repair, and maintain diesel-powered vehicles and equipment. They often work on trucks, buses, construction machinery, or agricultural equipment in the field rather than in a fixed shop. This role requires diagnosing issues, performing emergency repairs, and ensuring equipment operates efficiently. It’s ideal for mechanics who enjoy travel, problem-solving, and working independently in different environments.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a traveling diesel mechanic?

To excel as a Traveling Diesel Mechanic, you need strong diagnostic skills, hands-on experience with diesel engines and equipment, and typically a high school diploma or technical certification in diesel technology. Familiarity with diagnostic software, tools like multimeters and hydraulic testers, and certifications such as ASE Diesel Technician or CDL are often required. Excellent problem-solving abilities, adaptability, and communication skills help you work efficiently in diverse locations and with various clients. These competencies ensure you can quickly and effectively address equipment issues on the road, minimizing downtime and maintaining high customer satisfaction.

What are the typical work schedules and travel expectations for a traveling diesel mechanic?

Traveling Diesel Mechanics frequently work variable schedules, often including overtime, weekends, or being on-call to respond to urgent repairs on site. The role requires regular travel to different job sites or client locations, sometimes across several regions, which may involve overnight stays. While you are often expected to work independently, collaboration with fleet managers, dispatchers, and other mechanics is also common to coordinate repairs and maintenance tasks. This structure offers variety and autonomy, making the work ideal for those who enjoy hands-on challenges and a dynamic, mobile work environment.

Do traveling diesel mechanics travel a lot?

Traveling diesel mechanics frequently travel to different job sites to perform maintenance and repairs on diesel engines and equipment. Their travel schedule depends on the location of clients and the nature of the job, often requiring them to be on the road for extended periods. Strong driving skills and the ability to work in various environments are important for this role.
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Infographic showing various Traveling Diesel Mechanic job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 2% As Needed, 61% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 19% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $58,798 per year, or $28.3 per hour.

Traveling Diesel Mechanic

CARDS Holdings, Inc.

Van Buren, AR • On-site

$23.25 - $30.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 21 days ago

Job description

Position Summary

$$$ SIGN-ON BONUS $$$

Reports To: Roving Fleet Manager

As a Roving Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic at Ecowaste Solutions you will be deploying to business units experiencing staffing shortages, performance challenges, or newly acquired locations performing preventative maintenance and repairs on tractor and trailer equipment. Your responsibilities will include completing work orders with proper coding such as reason for repair, detailed description of condition, cause, and correction, as well as properly completing the warranty process. Safety, accuracy, and attention to detail are critical in these roles.
 
Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair fleet equipment safely and correctly. 
  • Conducts failure analysis, repairs, and rebuilds fleet equipment components correctly.
  • Informs management about housekeeping opportunities, harmful working conditions and unsafe work practices, and suggests corrective actions.
  • Identifies and informs management of broken tools and missing supplies required for performing repairs on fleet equipment and takes steps to solve issue if possible.
  • Correctly completes complex work orders with proper description of condition, cause, and correction, including properly completing a warranty return tag as needed.
  • Maintains a clean and safe work environment to ensure safety and compliance.
  • Complies with company policies, procedures and standards of ethics and integrity.
  • Performed additional duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Valid state issued CDL driver's license preferred but not required.
  • Experience in tractor and trailer inspection and repair OR certification in Heavy Duty Truck/Trailer Maintenance with specialty in Diesel.
  • Experience in advanced diagnostics.
  • Willingness and ability to travel extensively on short notice.

Pay & Benefits:

  • Who doesn't like to get paid weekly? We like it so we provide weekly pay!
  • Per Diem for days away from home
  • Multiple Health Plans to choose from
  • Dental 
  • Vision  
  • We Pay for basic Life Insurance!  
  • 100% Company Paid Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Retirement Plan with a company match of up to 5%
  • Safety and Retention Incentives!
  • Paid Time Off
  • Access to employee discount through LifeMart! 

Ecowaste Solutions and subsidiaries offers a competitive base salary, opportunity to earn incentive pay, and a comprehensive employee benefits package. Please submit indeed resume and salary history for consideration. Only applicants who meet minimum qualifications will be considered and only individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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