Jobs Companies Qualdoc Heavy Equipment and Truck Mechanic

About this Heavy Equipment and Truck Mechanic role at Qualdoc

Qualdoc · Onsite · Kansas City, MO

Heavy Equipment and Truck Mechanic

Location: Kansas City, MO
Job Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
Starting Pay: $23.00/hour, with higher pay available depending on experience
Travel: Up to 50% travel required
Sign-On Bonus: Eligible for a potential sign-on bonus

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment and Truck Mechanic to perform repairs, maintenance, and troubleshooting on heavy equipment, trucks, trailers, cranes, and other motorized equipment. The ideal candidate is dependable, safety-focused, and comfortable responding to emergency repairs and traveling as needed.

Must be available 24/7 for emergencies and able to travel out of town and out of state.

Responsibilities

  • Repair and maintain heavy equipment, trucks, trailers, cranes, and other motorized equipment.
  • Follow daily briefings with the Shop Foreman to carry out assigned work.
  • Minimize equipment downtime by ensuring efficient access to parts, tools, and equipment.
  • Complete work orders accurately and in a timely manner, including mileage, hours, and repair details.
  • Route emergency repair requests to the Shop Foreman to ensure priority assignments are addressed.
  • Follow all applicable safety rules and regulations.
  • Maintain tools and equipment in a neat and orderly condition.
  • Participate in team-based assignments to ensure timely completion of repairs and maintenance.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  • Required Qualifications & Skills

  • Minimum of 5 years of maintenance experience with heavy equipment and/or trailers, cranes, trucks, or similar equipment.
  • At least 5 years of experience in two additional technical areas, such as:
    • Hydraulics
    • Electronics
    • Small engines
    • Other related mechanical systems
    • High School Diploma/GED with trade school or equivalent training in diesel mechanical repair and maintenance.
    • Training and experience equivalent to 2 years of technical/vocational school and 5 years of hands-on repair and maintenance experience.
    • Strong drive for achieving results and ability to convey a sense of urgency when appropriate.
    • Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
    • Strong communication and organizational skills.
    • Proficient computer skills.
    • Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
    • Strong mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
  • Travel Requirements

  • Must be available 24/7 for emergency repairs.
  • Ability to travel out of town and out of state.
  • Up to 50% travel may be required.
  • Physical Requirements & Work Environment

  • Frequent bending, twisting, stooping, walking, standing, and lifting.
  • Ability to work in various weather conditions.
  • Ability to work extended hours when required.
  • Regularly lift up to 50 pounds.
  • Assistance is required when lifting items weighing more than 75 pounds.
  • Required Certifications & Licenses

  • Valid Driver’s License with a good driving record.
  • Professional certifications related to heavy equipment maintenance and repair.
  • Additional certifications may be required based on job responsibilities.
  • Ready to apply to Qualdoc?
    Apply to Qualdoc

    How this Mechanic salary compares

    This role pays $47,840/yrbelow the typical range for Mechanic roles.

    $41,600 median $65,468 $87,360

    Typical range $52,000–$77,480/yr, from 371 comparable Mechanic listings on JobsRadar (pay annualized to USD). See Mechanic salary insights →

    Similar jobs

    Sign up for suggestions tailored to the jobs you open and the searches you save.

    More jobs at Qualdoc

    See all jobs at Qualdoc →

    Apply now
    🤖

    Whoa — hold up

    JobsRadar was built for real people having a rough time in their job search — not for automated requests. You're clicking way too fast and you're now temporarily blocked.

    Come back later. If you're genuinely job hunting, we've got your back — just act like a human.

    Catch your next role the second it’s posted.

    Create a free account and we’ll watch the boards for you — the instant a job matches your search, it lands in your inbox or Telegram. No digging, no refreshing.

    Create free account

    Free forever · takes 30 seconds · already have one?

    Get an edge on your job hunt.

    Join our Telegram channel for the stuff that helps you land the role — salary benchmarks, the weekly market pulse, and new-feature drops. No spam, just signal.

    Join the channel — it's free