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Heavy Equipment Technician / Mechanic
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What they do
A Heavy Equipment Mechanic maintains and repairs heavy equipment like construction vehicles and fire trucks.
$55,160 / year median in Missouri
+11% projected growth
Job Description
Heavy Equipment Technician / Mechanic Foley Equipment parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k) United States, Missouri, Chillicothe Sep 01, 2026
Foley Equipment is the authorized Caterpillar dealer in Kansas and NW Missouri.
Our Equipment Technicianis primarily responsible for troubleshooting, servicing and repairing heavy machinery in the shop. This includes large and small earthmoving equipment.
Hourly Base Rate:
$24.62 - $32.02 / 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.
Physical & Working Requirements
This role involves hands-on mechanical work in a shop environment. The employee must be able to perform essential job functions, with or without reasonable accommodation.
These functions may include:
Safely and repeatedly lifting components weighing up to 115 pounds without assistance
Safely lifting, carrying, and lowering components weighing up to 65 pounds without assistance
Frequent pushing, pulling, and carrying of heavy materials
Climbing on and off equipment and working at varying heights
Standing, bending, and working in physically demanding positions for extended periods
Safely operating tools and equipment
Our Ideal Candidate:
Basic mechanical knowledge including electrical and hydraulics
General knowledge of basic hand tools, air tools, precision measuring tools and instruments
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 expreince
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 www.
FoleyEq.com.
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 316-943-4211 or email careers@foleyeq.com .
•At this time Foley does not participate in any Visa sponsorship programs.
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