Field Mechanic / Equipment Maintenance Lead
Job Description Job Description Job Description Cannon Valley Graziers is hiring a Field Mechanic to support our growing vegetation management and grazing operations. This role is responsible for keeping our trucks, skid loaders, mowers, small engines, trailers, and field equipment running safely and efficiently. We are looking for someone who can diagnose problems, perform routine maintenance, manage repairs, track parts, and communicate clearly with field crews and management. The right person for this role is mechanically skilled, highly organized, independent, and able to manage many moving pieces at once. This is a hands-on position for someone who enjoys solving problems, taking ownership, and keeping crews moving. Responsibilities Diagnose and repair mechanical issues on small engines, mowers, UTVs, skid loaders, trucks, trailers, and other field equipment Perform routine maintenance, including oil changes, filters, grease, fluids, belts, blades, tires, batteries, and general inspections Troubleshoot equipment issues in the field and determine whether repairs can be completed on-site or need to be escalated Maintain, order, and restock parts, tools, filters, fluids, blades, and other repair supplies Track parts usage and help ensure critical inventory is available before crews need it Maintain clear written repair and maintenance records Communicate equipment status, repair timelines, and operational needs with supervisors and field crews Help create and maintain preventative maintenance schedules Keep shop, service truck, tools, and parts areas organized Work independently and prioritize repairs based on operational urgency Support a safety-first work culture and ensure equipment is maintained in safe working condition Qualifications Experience repairing small engines, mowers, trailers, trucks, skid loaders, tractors, or similar equipment Strong understanding of routine maintenance procedures Ability to diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and fuel-related issues Ability to read manuals, identify parts, and work through problems independently Strong written and verbal communication skills Organized and dependable, with the ability to manage multiple repairs, parts orders, and priorities at the same time Comfortable keeping accurate written records Valid driver’s license required Must be reliable, self-motivated, and focused Welding, fabrication, diesel, hydraulic, or electrical experience is a plus Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate is someone who takes pride in keeping equipment running and understands how important reliable machines are to field operations. You do not need to know everything, but you do need to be resourceful, calm under pressure, and willing to take ownership of problems until they are solved. This position requires someone who can balance hands-on repair work with communication, documentation, and parts management. We need a mechanic who can work independently, stay organized, and help prevent small problems from becoming major breakdowns. About Cannon Valley Graziers Cannon Valley Graziers provides vegetation management services for utility-scale and distributed generation solar projects. Our work includes targeted sheep grazing, mowing, herbicide application, seeding, and site maintenance. We operate in a fast-paced field environment where equipment uptime, safety, and communication are critical to success. What We Offer Competitive pay based on experience Steady, hands-on work with a growing company Opportunity to take ownership of the equipment maintenance program A practical, problem-solving work environment Work that directly supports renewable energy, agriculture, and land stewardship To Apply Please submit a resume or brief summary of your mechanical experience. We are especially interested in hearing about the types of equipment you have worked on, your troubleshooting/ problem-solving experience, and your ability to manage repairs independently. Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour
