Heavy Equipment Field Mechanic - Clarkston/Lewiston

Knife River Corporation; Washington, Clarkston (District of Columbia, GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Mechanic to join their team. This role is crucial for maintaining and repairing construction equipment, ensuring safety and efficiency in operations. The ideal candidate will have over five years of experience, particularly with heavy paving equipment, and will thrive in a collaborative environment. The company values its team members and provides comprehensive benefits, including 401K and medical plans. Join a forward-thinking organization that prioritizes people and community development.

Benefits

401K

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with all phases of construction equipment.
• Experience with heavy paving equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Work independently and collaboratively on heavy equipment.
• Travel may be necessary and work in extreme weather conditions.

Skills

Diagnose and troubleshoot heavy equipment

Repair construction equipment

Effective communication

Documentation of work

Education

Technical school training

Certifications in heavy equipment repair

Job description

Job Description

At Knife River, we prioritize our team because we recognize that our people are the key to our success. We are among the top 10 construction materials producers and contractors in the country, and we operate as a PEOPLE-first company. Our team members are essential to our success, and we are dedicated to providing them with the tools, training, and time to perform their jobs safely and efficiently each day. Our mission is to build strong teams that help develop strong communities. We are publicly traded on the NYSE under the ticker symbol KNF and are part of the S&P MidCap 400 index.

Knife River is seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Mechanic for our Boise division.

This role requires the ability to work independently and collaboratively. Travel may be necessary, and working in extreme weather conditions should be anticipated.

We offer a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package, including 401K, Medical, Dental, and Vision plans.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience working with all phases of construction equipment. Experience with heavy paving equipment is a plus.
• Ability to diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, communicate effectively, and document work.
• Certifications and/or technical school training are preferred.

Application Process

Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will be considered 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 laws.

Pre-employment drug testing and background checks are required.

Veteran Transition Support

We are committed to assisting military veterans in transitioning to civilian employment. We value the skills veterans bring and seek to facilitate a smooth transition. Many military roles are transferable to our Swing Shift Mixer Mechanic position, including:

• Army: Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic, Track Vehicle Repairer, Construction Equipment Repairer
• Coast Guard: Machinery Technician
• Navy: Caterpillar Diesel Technician, Construction Mechanic, Advanced Construction Mechanic
• Marines: Engineer Equipment Mechanic

Application Submission

If unable to apply online, please mail your completed application to:

Knife River Corporation -- Mountain Division
5450 W Gowen Rd
Boise, ID 83709

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