Real Careers. Real Equipment. Real Growth Across Iowa.


Join Star Equipment, a family-owned company serving Iowa since 1968, and build a long-term career in sales, service, parts, or rental with hands-on training and advancement opportunities.

Why Work at Star

  • Hands-on experience with leading construction equipment brands
  • Fast advancement opportunities across departments
  • In-house training and manufacturer certifications
  • Family-owned stability since 1968
  • Multi-location growth opportunities (Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, Waterloo, Ames)
  • Team-focused, supportive work environment

Industry Associations & Partnerships

Proudly connected to the organizations that shape Iowa’s construction, infrastructure, and equipment industries.

  • Associated Builders and Contractors of Iowa (ABC of Iowa)
  • Associated Equipment Distributors (AED)
  • Asphalt Paving Association of Iowa (APAI)
  • Home Builders Association of Iowa
  • Iowa Association of Municipal Utilities (IAMU)
  • Iowa Concrete Paving Association (ICPA)
  • Iowa Ready Mixed Concrete Association (IRMCA)
  • Iowa State Association of Counties (ISAC)
  • Masonry Institute of Iowa (MII)
  • Master Builders of Iowa (MBI)
  • National Utility Contractors Association of Iowa (NUCA of Iowa)

What this means for you:

  • Ongoing training and industry certifications
  • Strong contractor and industry connections
  • Exposure to best practices and safety standards
  • Long-term career stability in a growing industry

Career Paths

Sales

  • Work directly with contractors and businesses across Iowa
  • Build relationships and territory expertise
  • Access training and mentorship for long-term growth

Service

  • Diagnose, repair, and maintain construction equipment
  • Shop and field service roles
  • Manufacturer-certified training and advancement paths

Parts

  • Support customers and internal teams with parts and inventory
  • Learn sourcing, ordering, and inventory management
  • Opportunities for leadership roles

Rental

  • Coordinate equipment rentals and customer checkouts
  • Manage fleet scheduling and equipment readiness
  • Hands-on operational experience in a fast-paced environment

Accounting / Administration

  • Support finance, accounting, and office operations
  • Assist with reporting, billing, and internal processes
  • Coordinate across sales, service, parts, and rental teams

Benefits

  • Competitive pay with overtime opportunities
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid training and certification programs
  • Tool allowance
  • Employee equipment discounts
  • Clear career advancement pathways

Open Positions

Explore current opportunities across all Star Equipment locations and departments.

  • Sales, Service, Parts, and Rental roles available
  • Full-time and apprenticeship positions
  • Locations: Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, Waterloo, Ames

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