Crusher Mechanic Helper

Knife River Corporation; New York, Casper (NY, WY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Mechanic, where your skills will help maintain and repair essential construction equipment. This full-time position offers the chance to work in both shop and field services, ensuring that our machinery runs efficiently. Enjoy a supportive work environment that prioritizes your development and well-being, with opportunities for overtime and a commitment to safety. This role is perfect for those who love to learn and thrive in a team-oriented setting. If you're ready to contribute to building strong communities, apply today!

Benefits

401(k)

COMPANY PAID medical benefits

COMPANY PAID dental benefits

COMPANY PAID vision benefits

Paid time off (PTO) after 90 days

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills required.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and repair crushers and related equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance to ensure efficient operation.
• Collaborate with team members to minimize downtime.

Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Troubleshooting Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork Skills

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. Please consider joining our growing team today!

Knife River is currently accepting applications for a Mechanic. This is a great opportunity, for the individual that enjoys learning and multi-tasking. We are seeking applicants for our shop and field services. The Mechanic is responsible for assisting with maintenance and repairs to construction equipment and crusher equipment.
This is a full-time position that will require occasional overtime and weekend work.

Working hours are Monday thru Friday, working hours depend on workload.

Job Responsibilities:

We are seeking a skilled Crusher Mechanic to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience with assisting the crusher mechanic in repairing and maintaining crushers and related equipment.
Responsibilities may include:
* Inspect problems with crushers and related equipment
* Repair and replace worn or broken parts as needed
* Perform preventative maintenance to ensure equipment is running efficiently
* Collaborate with other team members to complete projects and minimize downtime
* Maintain accurate records of maintenance and repairs.

Minimum Qualifications:

Requirements:
* Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
* Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and schematics.
* Good communication and teamwork skills.
If you meet these qualifications and are interested in this opportunity, please submit your application outlining your experience and qualifications. We look forward to hearing from you! We offer year-round work with Great Pay, Great Benefits, and Great People!

Physical Requirements:

• Requires walking, bending, squatting, sitting, lifting, pushing, pulling, and climbing to a significant degree.


• Heavy work-exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move object.
  


• Requires the use of hands for grasping and fine manipulations.
  


• Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision and hearing.
  


• Head movement/rotation moving head in any direction (up, down, side to side).
  


• Requires climbing in and out of Ready-Mix and Flatbed Trucks multiple times a day.
  


• Wear company issued Personal Protective Equipment
  


• Exposure to dust, fumes and gases.
  


• Exposure to outside working conditions; to cold or hot temperatures.

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.

Knife River Wyoming offers a 401(k) as well as COMPANY PAID medical, dental and vision benefits for employees and their dependents. Paid time off (PTO) offered after 90 days successful employment.

We are a drug free work environment requiring pre-employment and random drug testing. Subject to background check.

If unable to apply online, mail completed application to:
PO Box 610
Casper, WY 82602-0610

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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