FIELD MECHANIC

Knife River Corporation; Casper (WY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) with employer contributions

Paid time off after 90 days

Job summary

Knife River is seeking a qualified Mechanic to support our shop and field services in Casper, WY. This full-time role covers routine maintenance and repairs of construction and crusher equipment, with overtime and weekend work as needed.

Responsibilities include manuals and schematics interpretation, inspections, DOT/OSHA compliance, and coordination with operators and vendors. Strong welding skills and a proven ability to diagnose issues are required for success.

Qualifications

• Class C driver’s license is required.
• Self-motivated team player with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Basic troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience with Class B trucks or construction equipment.
• Superior cutting and welding skills for field repairs and fabrication projects.
• Ability to perform a range of mechanic duties.
• Maintain positive customer relations and act courteously and respectfully toward others.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret operating and maintenance manuals and technical schematics.
• Conduct inspections of on-road and off-road equipment.
• Maintain compliance with DOT, OSHA, EPA and other standards.
• Collaborate with operators, site personnel, staff, vendors and support teams.
• Diagnose problems and communicate findings to management.
• Operate and maintain cranes and heavy equipment.
• Maintain tools and equipment in a clean, safe condition.
• Perform repairs in adverse weather, day or night.
• Operate forklifts or skid loaders safely.
• Organize shop inventory for safe retrieval or storage.
• Complete required paperwork for accounting, payroll, operations or material inventory.
• Work safely and prevent unsafe conditions.
• Wear company-issued PPE.
• Provide flexible hours, including overtime, nights and weekends.
• Maintain regular attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Mechanical duties

Customer relations

Job description

Job Summary

At Knife River, a publicly traded construction materials producer, we are seeking a Mechanic to support our shop and field services. This full‑time role involves routine maintenance and repairs of construction and crusher equipment, with occasional overtime and weekend work.

Job Responsibilities

• Read and interpret operating and maintenance manuals and technical schematics.
• Conduct inspections of on‑road and off‑road equipment in accordance with company policy and applicable regulations.
• Maintain compliance with DOT, OSHA, EPA and other relevant standards.
• Collaborate with operators, job‑site personnel, office staff, vendors and technical support to determine service or repair needs.
• Diagnose problems using company equipment and communicate findings to management.
• Operate and maintain overhead and truck‑mounted cranes.
• Maintain tools and equipment in a clean, orderly, safe condition.
• Perform repairs on vehicles and equipment in adverse weather or environments, day or night.
• Operate forklifts or skid loaders safely and efficiently.
• Organize shop inventory for safe and efficient retrieval or storage.
• Complete required paperwork for accounting, payroll, operations or material inventory as directed.
• Work safely and take action to prevent unsafe conditions or behaviors.
• Wear company‑issued PPE in accordance with company policy.
• Provide flexible hours, including overtime, nights and weekends as required.
• Maintain regular attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Class C driver’s license.
• Self‑motivated team player with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Basic troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience with Class B trucks or construction equipment.
• Superior cutting and welding skills for field repairs and fabrication projects.
• Ability to perform a range of mechanic duties.
• Maintain positive customer relations and act courteously and respectfully toward others.

Preferred Qualifications

• Class B license with tanker endorsements.
• Hazmat certification.
• Forklift experience.

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, up to 50 pounds frequently, and up to 20 pounds constantly.
• Requires use of hands for grasping and fine manipulation.
• Requires ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision and hearing.
• Requires head movement/rotation in any direction.
• Requires climbing in and out of ready‑mix and flatbed trucks multiple times a day.
• Wear company‑issued PPE.
• Exposure to dust, fumes and gases.
• Exposure to outdoor conditions; to cold or hot temperatures.

EEO Statement

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.

Benefits

Employees and their dependents receive company‑paid medical, dental and vision benefits, a 401(k) with employer contribution, and paid time off (PTO) after 90 days of successful employment. We maintain a drug‑free work environment with pre‑employment and random drug testing and background checks.

How to Apply

To apply, submit your résumé and cover letter online or mail a completed application to PO Box 610, Casper, WY 82602‑0610.