Heavy Equipment Technician / Mechanic

Equipment Technician

Foley Equipment is the authorized Caterpillar dealer in Kansas and NW Missouri. Our Equipment Technician is primarily responsible for troubleshooting, servicing and repairing heavy machinery in the shop. This includes large and small earthmoving equipment.

Hourly Base Rate: $24.62 - $58.30 / hour

What You Will Do in This Role:

• Perform all levels of repair and preventative maintenance on heavy machinery, diagnose and troubleshoot problems, make recommendations for repairs and perform critical repairs and adjustments
• Remove and install parts, disassemble and assemble components, and test and adjust assemblies with minimal supervision
• Test and verify correct operation of all repairs and adjustments
• Develop and maintain long-lasting working relationships with customers
• Travel is required for training and/or to assist at other locations.

Our Ideal Candidate:

• Basic mechanical knowledge including electrical and hydraulics
• General knowledge of basic hand tools, air tools, precision measuring tools and instruments
• Welding background (Mig and Stick experience)
• Must be able to read and comprehend specifications, service and parts literature, technical bulletins and other related publications

What Will Put You Ahead:

• Experience working within the diesel mechanics industry (specifically with CAT earthmoving equipment)
• Certified Welder (3G/4G) w/ equipment repair welding experience
• Stable work history
• Knowledge of use of various heavy equipment and the ability to read and comprehend specifications, service and parts literature, technical bulletins and other related publications

What We Can Offer You:

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive pay that reflects your skill and experience
• 401(k) with company match and a long-term technician incentive program
• Medical, dental, vision, HSA/FSA options, Dependent Care Account, Life, AD&D, and short/long-term disability coverage

Work-Life Balance & Wellness

• PTO, paid holidays, and parental leave to support work-life balance
• Wellness programs that reward healthy habits with prizes and cash bonuses

Tools & Equipment Provided

• Tool, work-boot, and prescription safety-glasses reimbursements
• Company laptop for diagnostics, troubleshooting, and parts ordering
• Uniforms provided with full cleaning service

Career Growth & Culture

• Paid annual training and a clearly defined path for technical advancement
• Family-owned company where you're treated as a valued team member—not just a number

Foley Industries – Foley Equipment, Foley Power Solutions, Foley Rental, and SITECH Central – proudly stands at the forefront of progress, serving customers in Kansas and Western Missouri for over nine decades. With a dedicated team of over 1,000 employees, we are committed to delivering exceptional service, top-quality parts and rentals, and unparalleled sales support across a comprehensive range of Caterpillar and allied construction equipment, power generation solutions, and cutting-edge SITECH construction technology. As we continue to empower our customers' success, we invite you to explore the endless opportunities that await you at Foley. To learn more about our company and join our team of industry leaders, please visit Foley Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Race/Gender/Veteran/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity). To request a reasonable accommodation or assistance in completing the application, call View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io. At this time Foley does not participate in any Visa sponsorship programs.