Heavy Equipment Shop Mechanic - Aerial Work Platform (AWP)
Shop Equipment Mechanic
Location: Kansas City, Missouri
Pay: $28.00–$35.00/hour + Quarterly Efficiency Bonus + Annual Retention Bonus
Equipment Mechanic – Aerial & Construction Equipment
We are seeking an experienced Shop Equipment Mechanic / Service Technician to join a growing equipment service organization in Kansas City, Missouri.
We are particularly interested in technicians with strong Aerial Work Platform (AWP) experience, including the diagnosis, maintenance, and repair of boom lifts, scissor lifts, telehandlers, and other access equipment.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced technician who can independently troubleshoot and repair complex equipment and wants a stable, long-term position with competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and performance incentives.
What You'll Work On
The equipment fleet includes a variety of aerial work platforms, construction equipment, and earthmoving equipment. Candidates with experience on equipment from manufacturers such as JLG, Genie, SkyTrak, Haulotte, Snorkel, or similar manufacturers are especially encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
- Diagnose, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair aerial work platforms and construction equipment
- Perform repairs on mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, diesel, and electronic control systems
- Diagnose and repair boom lifts, scissor lifts, telehandlers, and related access equipment
- Troubleshoot equipment using diagnostic software and electronic diagnostic tools when required
- Diagnose hydraulic system problems, including pumps, valves, cylinders, hoses, and associated components
- Troubleshoot electrical and electronic systems, including wiring, switches, sensors, controllers, and related components
- Diagnose and repair diesel engines and associated systems
- Read and interpret electrical schematics, hydraulic diagrams, and technical service information
- Perform preventive maintenance and equipment inspections
- Identify required parts and accurately order parts from vendors when necessary
- Complete service documentation accurately and promptly
- Perform repairs with a high degree of independent judgment and limited supervision
- Maintain a safe, clean, and professional work environment
Qualifications
- 3+ years of experience repairing and maintaining construction, aerial, rental, or related equipment
- Aerial Work Platform (AWP) experience is strongly preferred
- Experience servicing boom lifts, scissor lifts, telehandlers, or similar equipment is highly desirable
- Strong mechanical troubleshooting and diagnostic ability
- Solid knowledge of diesel engines
- Strong hydraulic and electrical diagnostic experience
- Ability to troubleshoot equipment from symptoms through root-cause diagnosis and repair
- Experience using diagnostic tools and service software
- Advanced ability to read and understand electrical schematics and hydraulic diagrams
- Ability to work independently and make sound repair decisions
- Must own the tools applicable to the position
- Strong teamwork, communication, and documentation skills
- Commitment to safety and quality workmanship
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid driver's license
- Acceptable motor vehicle record
- Ability to successfully complete required background screening, drug testing, and DOT physical
Compensation & Benefits
In addition to $28.00–$35.00/hour, the position offers:
- Quarterly Efficiency Bonus
- Annual Retention Bonus
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Health Savings Account
- Paid time off
- Employee referral program
A Great Fit for an AWP Technician
If your background includes repairing JLG, Genie, SkyTrak, Haulotte, Snorkel, or similar aerial equipment, we are especially interested in speaking with you.
This position is ideal for a technician who understands that repairing modern aerial equipment requires more than changing parts—you need to be able to diagnose electrical, hydraulic, electronic, and mechanical problems and determine the actual root cause of the failure.
Experienced Aerial Work Platform and Construction Equipment Technicians are encouraged to apply.
