Casper Heavy-Duty Diesel Mechanic & Troubleshooter

Knife River Corporation; Casper (WY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Company-paid health, dental & vision

Paid holidays after 30 days

Paid time off after 90 days

Drug testing & background check

Background check

Job summary

Knife River Corporation in Casper, WY is seeking an experienced Heavy Diesel Mechanic to maintain and repair heavy equipment in our local shop. The role requires diagnosing component failures, performing hydraulic brake and engine work, reading manuals, and ensuring safe operation in extreme weather.

You should have 2–4 years of mechanic experience, be able to read instructions, and document repairs. We offer a supportive, safety‑minded environment with company paid medical, dental and vision

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of mechanic experience in related environments such as road construction equipment.
• Ability to read, interpret and apply information from manuals, diagrams and schedules.
• Shop math skills and ability to communicate technical information clearly.
• Read safety rules and drawings; follow procedures for mechanical layout work.
• Capable of handling multiple projects with tight deadlines; organized and detail-oriented.
• Accurately complete work orders and maintenance documentation.
• Ensure OSHA, DOT, MSHA, EPA, DNR and Knife River safety and environmental compliance.
• Provide own basic hand tools, pneumatics and some specialty tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on all equipment to keep it in safe working condition, including hydraulic, brake, engine, electrical and welding tasks.
• Troubleshoot maintenance problems by diagnosing components using manuals and schematics.
• Disassemble, fabricate parts when needed, and reassemble equipment and components.
• Communicate effectively with team members and external stakeholders; work independently or in a team.
• Work in the local shop as part of Knife River Casper division.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Safety compliance

Tools

Hand tools

Pneumatics

Specialty tools

Job description

Knife River Corporation in Casper, WY is seeking an experienced Heavy Diesel Mechanic to maintain and repair heavy equipment in our local shop. The role requires diagnosing component failures, performing hydraulic brake and engine work, reading manuals, and ensuring safe operation in extreme weather.

You should have 2–4 years of mechanic experience, be able to read instructions, and document repairs. We offer a supportive, safety‑minded environment with company paid medical, dental and vision