Heavy Equipment Diesel Technician - Plant Maintenance

Knife River Corporation; South Dakota; On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Savings Account

401(k) with company match

Profit sharing

Paid time off

Paid sick time

8 paid holidays

Company paid life and AD&D insurance

Short-term disability

Employee assistance program

Years of service recognition

Voluntary life insurance for employees

Job summary

Knife River Corporation is seeking a Diesel/Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technician at our Parkston and Freeman locations in South Dakota. You will perform maintenance and repairs on diesel/heavy equipment, learning basic mechanical skills while working with a team to keep equipment safe and functional.

The role emphasizes safety, accuracy in inspections, and the ability to read manuals. Typical hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with potential overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Willingness to learn and follow instructions.
• Valid driver’s license or ability to obtain one.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional overtime or weekends.
• CDL is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with basic maintenance and repairs on heavy equipment.
• Help inspect equipment to identify issues or needed repairs.
• Use tools safely (training provided).
• Learn to read manuals and follow repair instructions.
• Help clean and organize the shop and work areas.
• Complete basic paperwork or repair logs with guidance.
• Work with team members and ask questions to build skills.
• Follow all safety rules and procedures.
• Provide own basic hand tools; pneumatics and some specialty tools (tool allowance).
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Physical fitness

Independence

Time management

Analytical

Technical skills

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Post-secondary education in diesel technology or related experience

Tools

Basic hand tools

Pneumatics tools

Specialty tools

Job description

Knife River Corporation is seeking a Diesel/Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technician at our Parkston and Freeman locations in South Dakota. You will perform maintenance and repairs on diesel/heavy equipment, learning basic mechanical skills while working with a team to keep equipment safe and functional.

The role emphasizes safety, accuracy in inspections, and the ability to read manuals. Typical hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with potential overtime as needed.