Fast Track Diesel Technician Intern - Full-Time (July 2026 Cohort)

Foley Equipment

Posted 3 months ago

Internship

Colby, Kansas

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Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Complete a 12-week paid program consisting of classroom training and hands-on shop experience. Learn to maintain, diagnose, and troubleshoot Caterpillar diesel equipment under the guidance of mentors.

Qualifications

You have a high school diploma or equivalent and a strong interest in building a long-term career in diesel technology. You demonstrate mechanical aptitude, a strong work ethic, and the ability to learn technical skills in a structured program.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Diesel equipment systems

Shop safety

Diagnostic and troubleshooting

Heavy equipment operation

Caterpillar technician training

Job Description

Cohort Begins Mid-July 2026 | Colby, KSLaunch your career as a Diesel Technician—no prior experience required.
If you're looking for a hands-on career with strong earning potential and long-term stability, Foley Equipment’s Fast Track Program offers a direct path into the diesel industry. In just 12 weeks, you’ll gain paid training, real-world shop experience, and the opportunity to transition into a full-time Caterpillar technician role.
Foley Equipment is the authorized Caterpillar dealer in Kansas and northwest Missouri, with over 90 years of industry leadership.
About the ProgramThis is a full-time, paid 12-week internship designed to fast-track your entry into a technician career.
  • Start Date: Mid-July 2026 (exact date to be confirmed)
  • Phase 1: 6 weeks of paid classroom and lab training
  • Phase 2: 6 weeks of paid, hands-on shop experience
  • Work alongside experienced technicians and dedicated mentors
  • Receive Caterpillar dealer-specific technical training
  • Travel may be required, including 3–4 consecutive weekdays for off-site training during the program

Upon successful completion, you will be eligible for consideration for a full-time technician position.
What You’ll Learn
  • Diesel equipment systems and fundamentals
  • Shop safety procedures and best practices
  • Diagnostic and troubleshooting basics
  • Tools, processes, and technician workflows
  • Real-world experience working on heavy equipment

What We’re Looking For
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Strong attendance and reliability
  • Ability and willingness to learn technical skills in a structured program
  • Interest in building a long-term career in diesel technology
  • Ability to successfully complete program-related technical and aptitude assessments

What Sets You Apart
  • Mechanical aptitude or hands-on experience (school, hobbies, or work)
  • Strong work ethic and problem-solving mindset
  • Curiosity and eagerness to learn

What We Offer
  • Paid training and hands-on experience
  • Mentorship from experienced technicians
  • Opportunity to transition into a full-time technician role
  • Tool and toolbox program (yours to keep after 2 years of full-time employment following program completion)
  • Competitive pay
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance starting Day 1
  • Paid holidays, PTO, and parental leave

Physical & Working RequirementsThis role involves hands-on mechanical work in a shop environment. The employee must be able to perform essential job functions, with or without reasonable accommodation. These functions may include:
  • Lifting components weighing up to 115 pounds, with or without assistance
  • Frequent pushing, pulling, and carrying of heavy materials
  • Climbing on and off equipment and working at varying heights
  • Standing, bending, and working in physically demanding positions for extended periods
  • Safely operating tools and equipment

Post-Offer, Pre-Employment RequirementsFinal candidates will receive a conditional offer of employment contingent upon successfully completing a post-offer, pre-employment process. This process may include:
  • Drug and alcohol screening (including marijuana, as Foley is a federal contractor and subject to federal requirements)
  • Criminal background check conducted in accordance with applicable laws
  • Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) review, where applicable
  • Job-related physical assessment to evaluate ability to safely perform essential job functions

All pre-employment screenings are conducted in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and are job-related and consistent with business necessity.
About Foley IndustriesFoley Industries—including Foley Equipment, Foley Power Solutions, Foley Rental, and SITECH Central—has proudly served Kansas and western Missouri for over 90 years. With more than 1,000 employees, we provide industry-leading equipment, service, and technology solutions powered by Caterpillar.Learn more: 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 careers@foleyeq.com.   *At this time Foley does not participate in any Visa sponsorship programs. 

Foley Equipment

YOU BRING THE HOPE. WE BRING THE POWER. Foley Power Solutions is the Cat® Dealer for Kansas and NW Missouri. We sell, service and rent power generators, transfer switches, solar microgrids and other power equipment, including diesel and gas engines for OEMs. We are also a key player in developing innovative energy and transportation solutions for zero emission vehicles. Powering the world when and where it matters is one example of supporting our customers who are building a better world. It’s our purpose. At Foley we care about and commit to the safety and wellbeing of everyone. We are fully engaged – serving our customers with a sense of urgency. From powering data centers and enabling telecommunications that keep us all connected, to supplying backup and critical power for homes, schools, hospitals and entire cities — we’ve been providing reputable Cat power that communities have relied on for 85 years. We tend to think about electricity most during its absence, say when the power goes out during a storm. But institutions that support critical operations, such as hospitals, law enforcement offices and data centers, have no margin for error when it comes to backup power. We have a proven track record of supporting our communities with solutions that are engineered to operate at peak efficiency and deliver power when and where it’s needed most. Today, more than ever, Foley Power Solutions is a critical participant in developing sustainable communities, enabling economic growth through infrastructure and energy development, improving standards of living and developing new technologies to help our customers succeed. We’re more than just a power supplier. We’re part of tight-knit communities that empower the nation.
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