Shop Assistant - Vermeer Great Plains 100% Employee-Owned | Service Support At Vermeer Great Plains, we're more than a dealership — we're a 100% employee-owned company supporting industries like tree care, landscaping, recycling, underground construction, and mining across Kansas, Oklahoma, and Western Missouri. Train. Motivate. Retain. We're looking for a Shop Assistant to support our Service Department. This role is perfect for someone who wants to get hands-on experience in equipment service, keep operations running smoothly, and learn the basics of the industry while working alongside experienced technicians. What You'll Do Assist Service Technicians and the Service Manager with daily shop operations. Greet customers and perform machine intake procedures. Open work orders, update schedules, and upload photos of equipment. Help maintain cleanliness, organization, and safety in the shop and employee areas. Clean and organize shop tools and equipment. Perform HDD tooling/piercing tool repairs. Operate equipment as needed. Stay current on industry skills and training opportunities. Follow all company safety rules and procedures.

What It Takes Education/Experience:

High School diploma/GED + 1 year of experience in a shop, service, or related role (equipment operator experience preferred).

Skills:

Mechanical aptitude, problem-solving ability, strong organization, and safe work habits.

Tools/Tech:

Comfortable with MS Office and basic hand tools.

Physical Requirements:

Able to lift 50+ lbs, work in all weather conditions, and handle high-noise environments.

Credentials:

Valid unrestricted driver's license; background check, drug test, and clean driving record required.

Mindset:

Customer-focused, adaptable, reliable, and eager to learn. Why Vermeer Great Plains?

Employee-Owned:

Your work helps build your future.

Career Growth:

Learn from skilled technicians and gain experience to grow in the equipment industry.

Team Environment:

Work in a supportive, hands-on shop setting.

Benefits:

Full benefits package, PTO, training, and development opportunities.

FLSA status:

Non-exempt EOE The above noted job description is not intended to describe, in detail, the multitude of tasks that may be assigned but rather to give a general sense of responsibilities and expectations of position. As the nature of business demands change so, too, may the essential functions of this position.

Job Type:

Full-time Ready to get your hands dirty, learn the trade, and build your career with an employee-owned company? Apply today to join Vermeer Great Plains as a Shop Assistant.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$17.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Referral program Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person