Plant/Field Mechanic

At Knife River, we take care of our team because we know it's our people who make us successful. We are one of the 10 largest construction materials producers/contractors in the Country, and we are a PEOPLE-first company. Our team members are the key to our success, and we are committed to giving them the tools, training, and time to do their jobs productively and safely each day. Our goal is to build strong teams that, in turn, build strong communities. We are also a publicly traded company on the NYSE with the ticker symbol KNF and part of the S&P MidCap 400 index.

As a Plant/Field Mechanic you are responsible to safely keep equipment running and maintained properly.

Salary range: $25.00 - $41.00

Hours per week: 40+

Duties and/or Responsibilities:

• Responsible for performing maintenance and repairs of a significant nature on all types of equipment and/or assisting with repairs/improvements/maintenance of equipment to assure it is in safe working condition.
  
• Safely operate equipment, standard and specialty tools, welders, hoists and other lifting devices, etc. on a daily basis.
  
• Troubleshooting equipment maintenance problems to properly diagnose components to determine method and extent of repair necessary. Read, interpret, analyze and apply information in technical manuals and schematics.
• Anticipate needed parts and supplies, disassemble equipment and parts, fabricate parts when needed and reassemble equipment and parts.
  
• Use cutting torch and perform welding tasks.
  
• Clean work areas
  
• Fill out shop repair orders daily.
  
• Drive and maintain mechanic's truck
  
• Communicate effectively (verbal, listening, written). Frequent contact and communication with others within and outside the company. Self-motivated, team-player with excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently or in a team setting; ability to maintain positive customer relations and act courteous/respectful of others.
  
• Proven experience handling multiple projects and priorities while maintaining tight deadlines; highly organized with attention to detail.
  
• Accurately complete work orders or other maintenance repair documentation.
  
• Ensure OSHA, DOT, MSHA, EPA, DNR, safety and environmental regulation compliance.
  
• Will be required to operate and maintain company vehicle to perform field service repair then operate repaired equipment to ensure proper working condition after repairs have been completed.
  
• Responsible to provide own basic hand tools, pneumatics and some specialty tools.
  
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Over 2 years up to and including 4 years from post high school, work, military, institutional or vocational environment in mechanic field or maintaining road construction equipment with demonstrated mechanical knowledge to diagnose component, troubleshoot, repair, communicate and document.
• Mechanical experience - diesel engine preferred.
• Provide and maintain proper licensure, medical card and acceptable driving record.

Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Account
• 401K with Company Match
• Profit Sharing
• Paid/Sick Time Off
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Short-term Disability & Life Insurance
• Employee assistance Program
• Years of Service Recognition

Part-time employees are eligible for the following benefits:

• 401K with Company Match
• Paid/Sick Time Off
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Years of Service Recognition

How To Apply:
Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal law.

Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.

If unable to apply online, please mail completed application to:

4787 Shadow Wood Drive NE, Sauk Rapids, MN 56379.