Heavy Equipment Field Technician / Mechanic

Foley Equipment; Hays (KS); On-site; USD 39,509 - 87,656; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tool Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

401(k) with Matching

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

Paid Training

Job summary

A leading heavy equipment firm in Kansas is seeking a Heavy Equipment Field Technician to troubleshoot and repair heavy machinery at customer worksites. Responsibilities include performing preventative maintenance, diagnosing issues, and ensuring quality repairs. Ideal candidates should have basic mechanical knowledge, a valid CDL, and the ability to develop customer relationships. This role offers a competitive hourly rate and comprehensive benefits including insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with electrical and hydraulic systems.
• Must read and comprehend service and parts literature.
• Able to diagnose and recommend repairs.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs and preventative maintenance on heavy machinery.
• Diagnose problems and make recommendations for repairs.
• Maintain long-lasting relationships with customers.

Skills

Basic mechanical knowledge

Valid CDL license

Ability to read specifications

Education

Class A CDL or ability to obtain it

Tools

Basic hand tools

Air tools

Precision measuring tools

Job description

Heavy Equipment Field Technician / Mechanic

vision insurance, parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k)

United States, Kansas, Hays

Mar 03, 2026

Foley Equipment is the authorized Caterpillar dealer in Kansas and NW Missouri. Our Equipment Field Technician is primarily responsible for troubleshooting, servicing and repairing heavy machinery at the customer's worksite. This includes large and small earthmoving equipment. You represent Foley Equipment off-site and help our customers with critical repairs. Hourly Base Rate: $28.68 - $63.63 / hour

Benefits:

• Tool Reimbursement
• Work Boot Reimbursement
• Prescription Safety Glasses Reimbursement
• Uniforms and Cleaning Services
• Paid Annual Training
• Long-term Incentive Program
• 401(k) with Matching
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Dependent Care Account
• HSA / FSA Options
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Life / AD&D / Short-Term Disability / Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Company Laptop for Troubleshooting and Ordering Parts
• Clearly Defined Path of Progression for Technical Advancement

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 adjustment
• Must be willing to work overtime as required by fluctuating workloads and available for after-hours calls as needed
• Perform required DOT inspections to ensure service truck is in proper, safe working order
• 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
• Class A CDL required or ability to obtain CDL within three months of start date
• 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
• Ability to drive and valid CDL license required

What Will Put You Ahead:

• Experience working within the diesel mechanics industry (specifically with CAT earthmoving equipment)
• Stable work history
• Class A CDL
• Ability to foster positive relationships internally and externally

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 [e-mail].

*At this time Foley does not participate in any Visa sponsorship programs.