Product Application Specialist

Foley Equipment; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Wellness programs

PTO and parental leave

Casual dress

Family-owned company

Job summary

Foley Equipment in Kansas is seeking a Product Application Specialist/Demo Operator to work with sales reps, showcasing equipment in action and delivering hands-on demonstrations. You will train customers and internal teams, remain updated on industry trends, and promote safety on every job site while traveling as needed.

The ideal candidate has extensive heavy equipment experience, proven training ability, and strong communication skills to engage audiences in real-world applications.

Qualifications

• Five+ years of heavy equipment operation in road maintenance or similar.
• Three+ years of training or field support for equipment applications.
• Comfortable demonstrating equipment to groups and educating audiences.
• Strong computer skills for training, reporting, and knowledge resources.
• Excellent customer-focused communication.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Partner with sales reps to recommend and demonstrate equipment for customer needs.
• Lead hands-on demonstrations highlighting performance and value.
• Develop and deliver operator training for internal teams and customers.
• Stay current on industry trends and competitor equipment.
• Maintain equipment knowledge and training materials.
• Comply with government safety requirements and promote site safety.
• Travel for training and to assist at other locations.

Skills

Equipment operation

Public speaking

Training delivery

Computer skills

Customer communication

Driver's license

Job description

The Product Application Specialist/Demo Operator position works closely with sales reps to promote products to customers. In this hands-on, field-focused role, you'll be the go-to expert for showcasing equipment in action, bringing machines to life for customers and helping them experience the right solutions for their job sites. You'll build strong relationships, uncover customer needs, and confidently demonstrate how our equipment performs in real-world applications.

What You Will Do in This Role:

• Partner with sales representatives to recommend and demonstrate equipment that best fits customer needs and job requirements
• Lead engaging, hands-on equipment demonstrations that highlight performance, efficiency, and real-world value
• Develop and deliver operator training for both internal teams and customers, helping them maximize equipment performance and safety
• Stay current on industry trends and competitor equipment to ensure you present the strongest solutions in the field
• Maintain accurate and accessible equipment knowledge, training materials, and operational resources
• Comply with all government safety requirements and actively promote a culture of safety on every job site
• Travel is required for training and/or to assist at other locations.

Our Ideal Candidate:

• 5+ years of heavy equipment operation experience in road maintenance, excavation, or similar environments
• 3+ years of experience training others or supporting equipment applications in the field
• Comfortable and confident demonstrating equipment in front of groups, with the ability to engage and educate audiences
• Strong computer skills to support training, reporting, and product knowledge resources
• Excellent communication skills with a customer-first mindset
• Hands-on experience operating heavy construction equipment, with a solid understanding of job site applications
• Ability to drive and valid driver's license required.

What Will Put You Ahead:

• 5+years of advanced, field-based construction equipment experience or training, with a strong track record of demonstrations or operator coaching

What We Can Offer You:

• Competitive pay to recognize your valuable contribution
• 401(k) with matching
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
• Basic Life & AD&D, short-term disability, & and long-term disability
• Wellness programs to focus on building healthy habits while earning prizes and cash bonuses throughout the year
• Holiday, PTO, and Parental Leave, promoting work-life balance and personal growth
• Casual dress attire
• Family-owned company where you're more than just another employee

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.