Equipment Mechanic - Build Our KC Shop & Keep Moving

Thrasher Group; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Flex spending

HSA

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(K) Retirement Savings up to a 5%"

Employer paid life insurance $50,000

Comprehensive paid training

Career growth and development

Job summary

Thrasher Group in Kansas City is seeking a qualified Mechanic to keep construction equipment, vehicles, and small engines running safely and reliably. You will perform preventative maintenance, diagnose breakdowns, and complete repairs that keep our operation moving.

This hands-on role offers ownership, problem solving, and a path to help build our new shop. Travel within the South region will be required, with an initial training week in Omaha and overtime potential.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of mechanical or engine repair experience.
• Experience with gas and/or diesel engines.
• Ability to diagnose problems and determine repairs.
• Comfort working in a shop being built, with no lift initially.
• DOT medical card required; CDL is a plus.
• Own professional mechanic tools strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Preventative maintenance and repairs on vehicles, trailers, construction equipment, and small engines.
• Troubleshooting equipment when something isn't working and determining what needs to be repaired.
• Working on excavators, tampers, generators, power washers, vehicles, trailers, and other equipment.
• Diagnosing issues involving engines, electrical systems, hydraulics, and other mechanical components.
• Responding to equipment breakdowns and prioritizing repairs based on what needs attention first.
• Maintaining DOT-related equipment and supporting required inspections.
• Keeping the Kansas City shop organized, equipped, and ready to support the operation.
• Helping with projects such as building out service vans and box trucks.
• Traveling to support equipment and crews throughout the South region, including SPI and ICT, as needed.
• Working closely with Regional Managers and field teams to communicate equipment issues, repair needs, and priorities.
• Following safe work practices and maintaining a clean, productive work area.

Skills

Mechanical repair

Troubleshooting

Gas engines

Diesel engines

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Construction equipment

Welding

Shop experience

Tool ownership

Job description

Thrasher Group in Kansas City is seeking a qualified Mechanic to keep construction equipment, vehicles, and small engines running safely and reliably. You will perform preventative maintenance, diagnose breakdowns, and complete repairs that keep our operation moving.

This hands-on role offers ownership, problem solving, and a path to help build our new shop. Travel within the South region will be required, with an initial training week in Omaha and overtime potential.