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Emery Sapp & Sons

Builds civil infrastructure and produces asphalt

Field Mechanic

Full-Time
No salary listed
Senior
Kansas City, MO, USA+1 moreMore locations: Bucyrus, KS, USA
In Person
Automotive Service & RepairHeavy Duty & Diesel Vehicle Maintenance

About the job

Requirements
  • A high school diploma or equivalent.
  • At least 5 years of experience in heavy equipment maintenance and repair.
  • Strong experience working in a field or mobile service environment rather than only in a shop.
  • Advanced diagnostic and troubleshooting skills across hydraulic, electrical, and diesel systems.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in demanding weather, job-site, and travel conditions.
  • Strong communication and collaboration with operations teams.
  • A valid driver's license.
  • Commitment to safety and promoting a positive, inclusive work environment.
Responsibilities
  • Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair heavy equipment directly on job sites, including excavators, dozers, loaders, trucks, and support equipment.
  • Perform emergency repairs and scheduled maintenance in the field to minimize equipment downtime.
  • Operate a service truck and travel to various job sites as needed.
  • Conduct preventive maintenance and inspections to ensure equipment reliability and safety.
  • Read and interpret schematics, manuals, and diagnostic tools to accurately identify issues.
  • Communicate with operators, foremen, and project teams to understand equipment concerns and prioritize repairs.
  • Coordinate with vendors, parts suppliers, and equipment manufacturers to source parts and resolve technical issues.
  • Maintain accurate service records, work orders, and equipment reports.
  • Complete all work safely and in compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
  • Identify opportunities to improve equipment performance and maintenance processes.
  • Mentor or provide guidance to junior mechanics as needed.
Desired Qualifications
  • Construction-environment experience.
  • A commercial driver's license or ability to obtain one.
  • Experience with equipment maintenance software or work order systems.

About the company

Emery Sapp & Sons is a heavy civil contractor building roads, bridges, utility networks and development sites for public agencies and private owners. Its field teams handle grading and excavation, underground utilities, asphalt and concrete paving, bridge construction and pavement preservation. The company also produces hot-mix asphalt and supplies construction materials, combining production facilities with the crews and equipment used to complete infrastructure projects. It manages estimating and project delivery across transportation, residential, commercial and other civil construction work in the Midwest. Founded in 1972, Emery Sapp & Sons is headquartered in Columbia, Missouri.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Columbia, MO

Founded

1972

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What believers are saying

  • Automatic ownership enrollment: employees enter the ESOP without a separate signup process.
  • Free driver training: employee-owners have access to a hands-on, 20-day CDL license program.
  • Family counseling support: the EAP covers employees and dependents, including financial planning and child or elder care assistance.

What critics are saying

  • Physical entry requirements: the current laborer role requires lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds.
  • Frequent travel: the saw operator role requires travel to project sites across ESS operating regions.
  • Weather exposure: laborers must work outdoors in all weather conditions.

What makes Emery Sapp & Sons unique

  • Repair control: ESS mechanics self-perform most equipment repairs through the company's maintenance facilities.
  • Plan-linked machinery: GPS monitoring connects heavy equipment to project plans for field accuracy.
  • Computer-controlled production: permanent asphalt facilities use automated controls and systems monitoring for manufacturing precision.

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