Asphalt Plant Service Technician - Lewiston/Clarkston

Knife River Corporation; Clarkston (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Knife River Corporation is seeking a reliable Asphalt Plant Service Technician to support the maintenance and operation of our asphalt plants. The role focuses on preventative maintenance, troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues, and ensuring safe, efficient plant operations with minimal downtime.

The position requires at least 5 years of related experience, a valid driver's license, and preferred millwright and asphalt plant experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of related experience.
• Mechanical, electrical and fabrication skills are required.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Experience with asphalt plants is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspection, maintenance, and repair of asphalt plant equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Conduct preventative maintenance like lubrication, belt adjustments, filter changes, and component replacements.
• Diagnose equipment failures and implement timely corrective actions to minimize downtime.
• Maintain burners and fuel systems for optimal performance.
• Repair or replace motors, gearboxes, bearings, chains, etc.
• Read and interpret manuals, schematics, drawings.
• Coordinate with plant operators and management on maintenance needs.
• Assist with plant upgrades, modifications, installation of new equipment.
• Perform general welding and fabrication as needed.
• Travel will be required.
• Willing to work varied hours up to 7 days a week.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety-minded

Tools

Mechanical

Electrical

Fabrication

Millwright

Asphalt Plants

Driver's license

Job description

Description

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.

We are seeking a reliable and safety-focused Asphalt Plant Service Technician to support the maintenance and operation of our asphalt plants. This role is responsible for performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues, and ensuring that our plants operate safely and efficiently with minimal downtime.

Duties and/or Responsibilities:

• Perform routine inspection, maintenance, and repair of asphalt plant equipment
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
• Conduct preventative maintenance tasks such as lubrication, belt adjustments, filter changes, and component replacements
• Diagnose equipment failures and implement timely corrective actions to minimize downtime
• Maintain burners and fuel systems, including tuning and cleaning for optimal performance
• Repair or replace motors, gearboxes, bearings, chains, and other critical components
• Read and interpret equipment manuals, schematics, and technical drawings
• Work closely with plant operators and management to identify maintenance needs and improvement opportunities
• Assist with plant upgrades, modifications, and installation of new equipment
• Perform general welding and fabrication as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Training available

Working in extreme weather conditions should be expected

Willing to work varied and extended hours up to 7 days a week when needed

Travel will be required

Minimum Qualifications:

• Proven work history reflecting a minimum of 5 years of experience
• Must have mechanical, electrical, fabrication experience
• Must have a current Driver's license
• Millwright experience preferred
• Experience with Asphalt Plants preferred
• Must be able to meet company's attendance policy

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.

Women, minorities and veterans encouraged to apply.

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