Heavy Equipment Field Technician / Mechanic

Foley Equipment; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 40,542 - 89,929; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tool Reimbursement

Paid Annual Training

401(k) with Matching

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

Job summary

Foley Equipment is looking for an Equipment Field Technician in Wichita, KS to troubleshoot and repair heavy machinery at customer worksites. The role requires mechanical skills, a Class A CDL, and a commitment to customer satisfaction.

The position offers an hourly base rate between $29.43 and $65.28, along with comprehensive benefits including tool reimbursements, training, and 401(k) with matching. Willingness to work overtime is essential.

Qualifications

• Must be willing to work overtime as required and available for after-hours calls.
• Ability to perform DOT inspections to ensure service truck is in working order.
• Safely lift and carry components weighing up to 115 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, service and repair heavy machinery at customer worksites.
• Perform preventative maintenance and make recommendations for repairs.
• Develop and maintain long-lasting working relationships with customers.

Skills

Basic mechanical knowledge including electrical and hydraulics

General knowledge of basic hand tools

Ability to drive and valid CDL license

Education

Class A CDL required or ability to obtain within three months

Tools

Air tools

Precision measuring tools

Job description

Foley Equipment is the authorized Caterpillar dealer in Kansas and NW Missouri.

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: $29.43 - $65.28 / 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 be 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.

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
• 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

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

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].