Equipment Technician Jobs in Kansas
Equipment Technician jobs in Kansas are consistently in demand, with strong hiring concentrated in manufacturing, agriculture equipment, aerospace, and industrial automation across the state. The largest hiring markets are Wichita, Kansas City, and Topeka, where employers like Spirit AeroSystems, Textron Aviation, and Evergy regularly bring on equipment technicians at both entry and journeyman levels. The most sought-after specialties in Kansas include precision machinery maintenance, HVAC and building systems, and agricultural equipment diagnostics. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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About Blue Water Thinking
Guided by our principles of value generation, continuous innovation, customer-centricity, and vested collaboration, Blue Water Thinking proudly supports our Federal clients in achieving their Agency goals.
Founded by a decorated twenty-eight year Veteran of the United States Army, Blue Water Thinking understands and supports the mission of our Nation's war fighters, Veterans, their families and caretakers.
Leveraging our executive team's military experience and private and public sector consulting expertise, Blue Water Thinking takes an integrated "one-team" approach and brings to bear best-fit solutions, thought leadership, and grit to meet our client's transformational needs.
Fueled by our values of integrity, respect, professionalism, stewardship and customer service, the Blue Water Thinking team understands the power of the human connection, collaboration, humility and loyalty to one another, our clients and industry partners.
Lastly, our formula for success is simple: Build something good, take care of our people, keep our clients satisfied, nurture our work ethic and reputation, build long-lasting partnerships, enjoy what we do and give back as much as possible.
Job Description
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Biomedical Equipment Technician – Info/Sys to join our healthcare facility's dynamic team. As a Biomedical Equipment Technician with networking experience, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the reliability, functionality, and safety of our networked medical equipment. Your responsibilities will encompass a wide range of tasks including preventive and corrective maintenance, incoming inspections, medical device security, cybersecurity, network maintenance, equipment installations, electrical safety inspections, addressing hazard recalls, software repairs, and experience with Cerner. The ideal candidate should possess a strong technical background, excellent problem-solving skills, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of patient care through the proper functioning of networked medical equipment.
Responsibilities:
- Perform routine preventive maintenance on a diverse range of networked medical equipment to ensure optimal functionality and extend equipment lifespan.
- Conduct corrective maintenance by diagnosing and repairing malfunctions in medical devices, adhering to manufacturer's guidelines and technical specifications.
- Carry out incoming inspections of new medical equipment to verify its compliance with safety standards, functionality, and accuracy.
- Collaborate with the IT and cybersecurity teams to implement and maintain medical device security protocols, ensuring patient data confidentiality and protection against cyber threats.
- Install, calibrate, and configure medical equipment, following manufacturer instructions and safety guidelines.
- Monitor and address hazard and safety recalls related to medical equipment, coordinating with manufacturers and relevant departments for swift resolution.
- Perform software repairs and updates on medical devices to address software glitches, improve functionality, and ensure compatibility with other systems.
- Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and inspections using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
- Provide technical support and training to medical staff on the proper operation and handling of networked medical equipment.
- Keep abreast of industry trends, advancements, and regulations related to biomedical equipment technology and integrate this knowledge into daily tasks.
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals and departments to ensure seamless equipment operations and contribute to the enhancement of patient care.
- Experience with Cerner electronic health record (EHR) systems and integration is preferred.
Location: 4101 4th Street Trafficway Leavenworth, KS 66048-5014
Basic Qualifications
The Contractor key personnel shall meet one of the following basic qualifications, regardless of role in the services provided under this contract:
- Experience within a medical center and Biomedical Engineering department
- OR, Experience working in or with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
- OR, Understanding of VISN, VA medical center, and Biomedical Engineering department operations
In addition to the basic qualifications, the Contractor key personnel shall meet the following role-specific qualifications based on the core functions and services each will be providing under this contract.
Role Specific Qualifications:
- A two-year associate degree or higher in an applied science or equivalent military training.
- A minimum of three years of hospital or healthcare experience performing medical equipment maintenance, with a minimum of one-year specialized experience in medical information systems and networking.
- Current and advanced knowledge of computer virus protection software, available software patches and upgrades, information security tools, electronics, computers and network theory.
- Demonstrated competency in utilizing and maintaining computer and server based medical equipment, medical record databases, and proprietary and generic software; experience with TCP/IP, HL7, networking, network security and DICOM standards; experience maintaining, interfacing and troubleshooting networked medical equipment to include VLAN configuration, IP addressing, sub-netting, and network security; ability to interpret, identify and apply network engineering principles and practices; and ability to distinguish networking problems from non-networking problems.
- Understanding of regulatory agencies' requirements, industry regulatory requirements and International Standard Organization standards.
- Familiarity with the setup and application of network test equipment and tools.
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical literature, schematics, and drawings
Eligibility:
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future
- Must be able to obtain and maintain the required federal public trust clearance for this role
- Must provide proof of COVID vaccination + Flu vaccination during flu season, or, as an alternative, appropriate documentation that will support either a medical or religious exemption.
Compensation:
Salary for this position is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, location, the candidate's particular combination of knowledge, skills, competencies and experience, as well as contract specific affordability and organizational requirements. The proposed salary range for this position is outlined below.
Salary range: $75,000 - $90,000
Blue Water Thinking offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance (medical, dental and vision), paid time off, federal holidays, and matching 401K plan.
Reasonable Accommodation for Applicants
Blue Water Thinking is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and hiring process. If you require a reasonable accommodation to search for a position, complete an application, or participate in the interview process, please contact Resource Management at resourcemanagement@bw-thinking.com. Requests for accommodation will be handled promptly and confidentially in accordance with applicable law.
Our Commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity.
Blue Water Thinking is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, hire, train, and promote qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Applying for this Job:
- Resume must be submitted in word document format and must include dates in each section (experience, education, certifications...)
- Candidates must fill out the below form to the best of their knowledge
About Blue Water Thinking
Guided by our principles of value generation, continuous innovation, customer-centricity, and vested collaboration, Blue Water Thinking proudly supports our Federal clients in achieving their Agency goals.
Founded by a decorated twenty-eight year Veteran of the United States Army, Blue Water Thinking understands and supports the mission of our Nation's war fighters, Veterans, their families and caretakers.
Leveraging our executive team's military experience and private and public sector consulting expertise, Blue Water Thinking takes an integrated "one-team" approach and brings to bear best-fit solutions, thought leadership, and grit to meet our client's transformational needs.
Fueled by our values of integrity, respect, professionalism, stewardship and customer service, the Blue Water Thinking team understands the power of the human connection, collaboration, humility and loyalty to one another, our clients and industry partners.
Lastly, our formula for success is simple: Build something good, take care of our people, keep our clients satisfied, nurture our work ethic and reputation, build long-lasting partnerships, enjoy what we do and give back as much as possible.
Job Description
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Biomedical Equipment Technician – Info/Sys to join our healthcare facility's dynamic team. As a Biomedical Equipment Technician with networking experience, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the reliability, functionality, and safety of our networked medical equipment. Your responsibilities will encompass a wide range of tasks including preventive and corrective maintenance, incoming inspections, medical device security, cybersecurity, network maintenance, equipment installations, electrical safety inspections, addressing hazard recalls, software repairs, and experience with Cerner. The ideal candidate should possess a strong technical background, excellent problem-solving skills, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of patient care through the proper functioning of networked medical equipment.
Responsibilities:
- Perform routine preventive maintenance on a diverse range of networked medical equipment to ensure optimal functionality and extend equipment lifespan.
- Conduct corrective maintenance by diagnosing and repairing malfunctions in medical devices, adhering to manufacturer's guidelines and technical specifications.
- Carry out incoming inspections of new medical equipment to verify its compliance with safety standards, functionality, and accuracy.
- Collaborate with the IT and cybersecurity teams to implement and maintain medical device security protocols, ensuring patient data confidentiality and protection against cyber threats.
- Install, calibrate, and configure medical equipment, following manufacturer instructions and safety guidelines.
- Monitor and address hazard and safety recalls related to medical equipment, coordinating with manufacturers and relevant departments for swift resolution.
- Perform software repairs and updates on medical devices to address software glitches, improve functionality, and ensure compatibility with other systems.
- Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and inspections using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
- Provide technical support and training to medical staff on the proper operation and handling of networked medical equipment.
- Keep abreast of industry trends, advancements, and regulations related to biomedical equipment technology and integrate this knowledge into daily tasks.
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals and departments to ensure seamless equipment operations and contribute to the enhancement of patient care.
- Experience with Cerner electronic health record (EHR) systems and integration is preferred.
Location: 4101 4th Street Trafficway Leavenworth, KS 66048-5014
Basic Qualifications
The Contractor key personnel shall meet one of the following basic qualifications, regardless of role in the services provided under this contract:
- Experience within a medical center and Biomedical Engineering department
- OR, Experience working in or with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
- OR, Understanding of VISN, VA medical center, and Biomedical Engineering department operations
In addition to the basic qualifications, the Contractor key personnel shall meet the following role-specific qualifications based on the core functions and services each will be providing under this contract.
Role Specific Qualifications:
- A two-year associate degree or higher in an applied science or equivalent military training.
- A minimum of three years of hospital or healthcare experience performing medical equipment maintenance, with a minimum of one-year specialized experience in medical information systems and networking.
- Current and advanced knowledge of computer virus protection software, available software patches and upgrades, information security tools, electronics, computers and network theory.
- Demonstrated competency in utilizing and maintaining computer and server based medical equipment, medical record databases, and proprietary and generic software; experience with TCP/IP, HL7, networking, network security and DICOM standards; experience maintaining, interfacing and troubleshooting networked medical equipment to include VLAN configuration, IP addressing, sub-netting, and network security; ability to interpret, identify and apply network engineering principles and practices; and ability to distinguish networking problems from non-networking problems.
- Understanding of regulatory agencies' requirements, industry regulatory requirements and International Standard Organization standards.
- Familiarity with the setup and application of network test equipment and tools.
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical literature, schematics, and drawings
Eligibility:
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future
- Must be able to obtain and maintain the required federal public trust clearance for this role
- Must provide proof of COVID vaccination + Flu vaccination during flu season, or, as an alternative, appropriate documentation that will support either a medical or religious exemption.
Compensation:
Salary for this position is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, location, the candidate's particular combination of knowledge, skills, competencies and experience, as well as contract specific affordability and organizational requirements. The proposed salary range for this position is outlined below.
Salary range: $75,000 - $90,000
Blue Water Thinking offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance (medical, dental and vision), paid time off, federal holidays, and matching 401K plan.
Reasonable Accommodation for Applicants
Blue Water Thinking is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and hiring process. If you require a reasonable accommodation to search for a position, complete an application, or participate in the interview process, please contact Resource Management at resourcemanagement@bw-thinking.com. Requests for accommodation will be handled promptly and confidentially in accordance with applicable law.
Our Commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity.
Blue Water Thinking is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, hire, train, and promote qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Applying for this Job:
- Resume must be submitted in word document format and must include dates in each section (experience, education, certifications...)
- Candidates must fill out the below form to the best of their knowledge
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Where Kansas roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Equipment Technician Job Market in Kansas
A snapshot from current Kansas openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Foley Equipment Company11
- Panasonic4
- EquipmentShare2
- Reeder Distributors2
- The University of Kansas Health System2
Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing
What Kansas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in equipment technician jobs across Kansas.
- Associate degree or technical certification in electronics, industrial maintenance, or a related field
- Hands-on experience troubleshooting and repairing mechanical or electromechanical equipment
- Familiarity with programmable logic controllers and automated manufacturing systems
- Ability to read and interpret technical schematics, wiring diagrams, and equipment manuals
- Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to client or field sites across Kansas
- Strong working knowledge of OSHA safety standards and lockout/tagout procedures
Equipment Technician Jobs in Kansas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a equipment technician in Kansas?
Most equipment technician roles in Kansas require at minimum a two-year associate degree or a certificate from a technical college in industrial maintenance, electronics technology, or a related field. Kansas community colleges such as Hutchinson Community College and Wichita Area Technical College offer programs that align closely with local employer expectations. While Kansas does not mandate a single state license for all equipment technicians, those working on HVAC systems must hold a Kansas-issued refrigerant handling certification, and electrically focused roles often require a journeyman credential through the Kansas Department of Labor.
Which companies hire equipment technicians in Kansas?
Kansas equipment technician roles are posted by Foley Equipment Company, Panasonic, and EquipmentShare and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Kansas's strong aerospace and manufacturing base means many openings come from large industrial employers with long-term operations in Wichita and the Kansas City metro.
Which Kansas cities have the most equipment technician jobs?
Wichita, Kansas City, and De Soto are the Kansas cities with the most equipment technician openings. Wichita leads because of its deep aerospace and manufacturing base anchored by companies like Spirit AeroSystems and Textron Aviation, while Kansas City draws openings from distribution, utilities, and industrial facilities along the state line, and Topeka adds state government facilities and regional manufacturing plants to the mix.
Are there remote equipment technician jobs in Kansas?
Yes, but they're rare. Equipment technician work is largely hands-on and tied to physical machinery or facilities, so most Kansas postings require on-site presence. About 25% of equipment technician openings tied to Kansas are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those positions are typically in technical support, documentation, or systems monitoring roles rather than direct maintenance or repair work.
How can I get hired as a equipment technician in Kansas with little or no experience?
The most realistic starting point is enrolling in or completing a technical certificate program at Wichita Area Technical College or Hutchinson Community College, which both have ties to Kansas manufacturers who hire graduates directly. Large employers like Textron Aviation and Spirit AeroSystems run structured apprenticeship and new-hire development tracks for candidates without prior industry experience. Lateral entry from roles like maintenance helper, production operator, or facilities assistant is common, and holding a forklift certification or OSHA 10 card gives an entry-level candidate a concrete edge in the Kansas job market.
Where can I find and apply to equipment technician jobs in Kansas?
You can find and apply to equipment technician jobs in Kansas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your experience and location, and apply directly through each listing.
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