Electrician

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.

This is a full time, year-round position that comes with great benefits!

As an Electrician you are responsible to safely install, troubleshoot and repair electrical systems and electrical components on asphalt plants and aggregate plant equipment.

Salary range: $37.00 - $50.00

Hours per week: 40+

Duties and/or Responsibilities:

• Responsible to safely install and repair electrical systems and electrical components at asphalt plants and aggregate equipment, following electrical code, manuals, schematic diagrams, blueprints and other specifications using hand tools, power tools and electrical equipment.
  
• Installs power supply wiring and conduit for newly installed machines and equipment following blueprints and electrical codes using hand tools and voltage tester.
  
• Diagnoses malfunctioning apparatus using test equipment and replaces damaged or broken wires using hand tools.
  
• Diagnoses and repairs or replaces faulty electronic components such as circuit boards, soft starts, PLC5, VFD2 & remote-control systems
  
• May diagnose and replace faulty mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic components of machines and equipment.
  
• Replaces faulty electrical components of machine and positions sensing devices using hand tools. Replaces electric motor bearings and rewires motors.
  
• Communicate effectively (verbal, listening, written) and work with difficult people under high stress situations. Self-motivated, team-player with good interpersonal skills; ability to maintain positive customer relations & act courteous/respectful of others.
  
• Troubleshoot and problem solve situations/problems (material quality, equipment operation/repair, etc.).
• Monitor and discuss production problems with co-workers and managers/supervisors. Provide and maintain proper licensure & acceptable driving record.
• Ensure OSHA, EPA, DNR, safety and environmental regulation compliance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

As a successful Electrician you will have:

• Minimum 2-year degree from accredited college or university in related field.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in electrical field.
• Class A Journeyworker minimum, Master preferred.
• Provide and maintain proper licensure, medical card and applicable driving record.
• An understanding of electrical theory and application.

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.