EquipmentShare Opens Flagship Advanced Solutions Facility in Grain Valley, Mo.
EquipmentShare, one of the fastest-growing construction technology and equipment rental companies in the nation, joined city officials of Grain Valley, Mo., the Grain Valley Chamber of Commerce and community partners for a grand opening celebration at its new flagship Advanced Solutions branch at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, May 21. The ribbon cutting was followed by lunch and guided facility tours. This announcement is associated with a more than $21 million investment into the community, which includes property costs, value of equipment and salaries (for the first year) associated with the new jobs.
“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.”
Benefits of technology
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, the company said. EquipmentShare’s proprietary T3 technology, which connects assets, people and workflows across the jobsite, will power all rental operations at the branch. The technology is designed to help contractors with 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 presented 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.
EquipmentShare is headquartered in Columbia, Mo.
