Heavy Equipment Field Mechanic -- Lewiston

Knife River Corporation; Clarkston (WA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Knife River Corporation is seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Field Mechanic for our Lewiston division in Clarkston, WA. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of experience with all phases of construction equipment, particularly heavy paving machinery. This position involves both independent and team work, with expectations of travel and working in harsh weather. We offer a competitive salary accompanied by a comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision coverage.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience with all phases of construction equipment.
• Must diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair equipment.
• Heavy paving equipment experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work both independently and as a team player.
• May require travel and working in extreme weather conditions.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Repairing heavy equipment

Communication

Education

Technical school experience or certifications

Job description

Heavy Equipment Field Mechanic -- Lewiston

Job Category: Maintenance

Requisition Number: HEAVY003557

• Posted : May 5, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

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Clarkston, WA 99403, USA

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.

Knife River is looking for an experienced Heavy Equipment Mechanic for our Lewiston division.

This position will require you to be able to work both independently and as a team player. Travel may be required and working in extreme weather conditions should be expected.

We offer a competitive salary and full benefit package including 401K, Medical, Dental & Vision.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience: 5 + years minimum working with all phases of construction equipment. Heavy paving equipment experience is a plus.
• Must be able to diagnose component, troubleshoot, repair, communicate and document.
• Certifications and/or technical school experience is preferred.

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.

Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.