Mechanic (Utility Trucks, Cranes, Hydraulics) - Kansas City, MO
About The Position
Custom Truck One Source (CTOS) is hiring an experienced Diesel Mechanic / Heavy Equipment Technician for its rental shop in Kansas City, Missouri. The role maintains, diagnoses, and repairs a diverse fleet of specialty trucks and equipment used in the utility, telecom, rail, and construction industries. Equipment includes aerial devices, boom trucks, bucket trucks, digger derricks, and hi-rail trucks. The position is onsite at 1850 Southern Rd., Kansas City, MO 64120, with a schedule of 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Overtime and Saturdays may be needed. The mechanic performs diagnostics and repairs on mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and electronic systems; maintains diesel engines and powertrains; services emissions components; troubleshoots PTO and hydraulic systems; and completes inspections and preventive maintenance to keep rental equipment safe, reliable, and ready for customers. CTOS offers competitive pay based on experience and skills, plus benefits and ongoing technical training.
Requirements
- Previous experience as a Diesel Mechanic, Heavy Equipment Technician, Truck Mechanic, or in a related mechanical position.
- Mechanical aptitude and the ability to troubleshoot and repair complex mechanical systems.
- Valid driver's license.
- Own mechanic's tools.
- Commitment to shop safety, quality repairs, and teamwork.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulics, PTO systems, and electrical systems.
- CDL.
- Vocational or technical school graduate.
- Military veteran with mechanical training.
Responsibilities
- Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and electronic issues using diagnostic software and tools.
- Maintain and repair diesel engines, transmissions, chassis, steering, suspension, and braking systems.
- Diagnose and repair emissions components, including EGR systems, coolers, and valves.
- Troubleshoot, install, and repair PTO gearboxes, hydraulic pumps, cylinders, valves, and winches.
- Read schematics and troubleshoot 12V/24V electrical systems, wiring harnesses, starting and charging systems, and electronic control modules.
- Perform inspections, scheduled maintenance, and repairs to keep rental equipment safe, reliable, and ready for customers.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription insurance.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
- Boot allowance.
- Company-provided uniforms.
- Ongoing technical training and development opportunities.
- Competitive pay based on experience and skills.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
