What's the best state/ region for equipment jobs

[jeff205301]

So I was just wondering where the most jobs are right now. I've been on the road for the last 6 years but Im getting tired of it so I'd like to find a place and settle down. Any info is greatly appreciated.

 

[HoustonLandClearing]

I would say that it ultimately depends on the type of equipment jobs you had in mind. Houston isn't too bad, and living expenses are rather cheap there, too. A good win-win in both scenarios. Albeit it's a competitive market, if you have the experience i'm sure you could land a good job there.

 

[thepumpguysc]

The Charleston SC market is WIDE OPEN right now..
EVERY construction Co is hiring drivers, Laborers & operators & mechanics..
MAJOR projects going on NOW..
The Volvo truck plant is going up in Ridgeville, the hi-ways are being widened & new exit ramps going in all over the place.. They're building a new R/R line in & out of there also..
There's "TALK" about making the "orange cone" the state symbol.. instead of the Palmetto Tree.. lol

 

[nowing75]

Indiana also has lots of work and every contractor is looking for operators and mechanics.

 

[Dozerboy]

Houston and Texas in general is pretty hard to beat. The wages are generally lower than other places but the cost-of-living is a lot lower as well. Operators get $13-25 in Houston, but you can buy a house for $100k.

I would say that it ultimately depends on the type of equipment jobs you had in mind. Houston isn't too bad, and living expenses are rather cheap there, too. A good win-win in both scenarios. Albeit it's a competitive market, if you have the experience i'm sure you could land a good job there.

Are you self-employed what's the name of your company?

 

[Brodiesel]

For specifically heavy equipment repair, lets say CAT. Bay Area pays really well, but then you have to live in the Bay Area.