EquipmentShare Opens Flagship Advanced Solutions Facility in Grain Valley, Missouri, Representing a More Than $21M Investment into the Local Economy and the Creation of New Jobs
'This new location brings quality jobs and innovative solutions that will benefit local contractors and critical industries throughout our region,' said Keith Stiffler, Grain Valley Chamber of Commerce President.
'This new branch represents a significant investment in the Grain Valley community and our larger commitment to supporting the growth of construction across the Midwest,' said Jabbok Schlacks, CEO and co-founder of EquipmentShare. 'We are proud to bring our People First culture and next-generation technology to this region and continue building the future of construction — together with our customers and team members.'
At nearly 49,000 square feet, the new Grain Valley facility is EquipmentShare's Advanced Solutions flagship store for Missouri and the Midwest. The site includes service bays, a paint room, a dedicated training hub and secure 'hard down' zones for large equipment like semis. This branch will also serve as a distribution center to support regional Core Solutions branches and mobilize resources for major builds, disaster response and critical infrastructure projects.
'We've designed this facility with the contractor in mind — from the layout of our service bays to the technology that powers our operations,' said Tyrel Wagner, general manager of the Grain Valley branch. 'This isn't just a place to rent equipment — it's a hub where problems get solved, timelines get met and teams get the support they need to do their best work. We're excited to bring this level of service to the Grain Valley community and beyond.'
The Grain Valley branch will manage $10–15 million in original equipment cost (OEC) and support 15 good-paying jobs — with 12 employees already hired. EquipmentShare's proprietary T3™ technology, which connects assets, people and workflows across the jobsite, will power all rental operations at the branch. Contractors will benefit from tech-enabled solutions like access keypads, smart maintenance tracking and real-time fleet visibility to help reduce downtime, improve safety and increase efficiency.
'We're honored to welcome EquipmentShare to Grain Valley and see this level of investment in our community,' said Keith Stiffler, Grain Valley Chamber of Commerce President. 'This new location brings quality jobs and innovative solutions that will benefit local contractors and critical industries throughout our region.'
As part of the company's commitment to the communities it calls home, EquipmentShare will present a $2,500 donation to Truman Heritage Habitat for Humanity during the ribbon-cutting ceremony. The funds will help support the organization's mission to provide safe, affordable housing to families in Eastern Jackson County.
'Truman Heritage Habitat for Humanity is thrilled to be awarded this significant Community Giving Award from EquipmentShare as they open their newest branch in Grain Valley,' said Christina Leakey, president and CEO of Truman Heritage Habitat for Humanity. 'The missions of both organizations align well, with both helping to improve communities building better futures — not just through technology and equipment, but through people, partnerships and purpose. We couldn't be more grateful to have been selected!'
EquipmentShare operates multiple branch types — including rental, retail, service and dealership locations — across Missouri and the U.S. Its Advanced Solutions division supports industries such as construction, utilities, manufacturing and health care with specialty rental gear like HVAC systems, generators, pumps and environmental controls.
To learn more about EquipmentShare or view current job openings, visit www.equipmentshare.com/careers.
About EquipmentShare
Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Columbia, Missouri, EquipmentShare is a nationwide construction technology and equipment solutions provider dedicated to transforming the construction industry through innovative tools, platforms and data-driven insights. By empowering contractors, builders and equipment owners with its proprietary technology, T3™, EquipmentShare aims to drive productivity, efficiency and collaboration across the construction sector. With a comprehensive suite of solutions that includes a fleet management platform, telematics devices and a best-in-class equipment rental marketplace, EquipmentShare continues to lead the industry in building the future of construction. For more information, visit www.equipmentshare.com.
About T3
EquipmentShare outfits its fleet with durable tracking hardware that's connected to its high-powered technology platform, T3™, to give contractors visibility into their jobsite and accelerate productivity. Rental customers can access important fleet, personnel and jobsite information to manage teams, meet safety compliance, reduce machine theft and analyze digestible and dynamic fleet data. The tracking hardware can also record data to help contractors monitor equipment utilization, GPS location, fuel usage, maintenance history and upcoming service for each asset. EquipmentShare's fleet management technology solutions notify service managers and technicians when a machine is approaching or past due on maintenance to keep equipment in optimal condition, and prevent breakdowns which lead to downtime — a major pain point for the construction industry.
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