MECHANIC / PLANT MAINTENANCE

Knife River - SD; Freeman (SD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

Health Savings and Flexible Spending

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 in Freeman, SD is seeking a maintenance technician to perform repairs and routine maintenance on diesel and heavy equipment. You will work with a team to keep machinery safe and productive, with a Monday–Friday schedule 7:00 AM–5:00 PM.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, an interest in mechanics, and a willingness to learn; CDL is a plus but not required. Training and a tool allowance are provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Post-secondary diesel technician training or related experience is a plus.
• Interest in mechanics, diesel engines, or equipment repair is needed.
• Willingness to learn and follow instructions.
• Valid driver's license or ability to obtain one.
• Flexible hours, 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 find issues or needed repairs.
• Use tools and equipment safely (training provided).
• Learn to read manuals and follow instructions for repairs.
• 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 available.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Physical fitness

Independence

Time management

Analytical skills

Technical skills

Leadership

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Diesel technician training or related experience

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Good pay! Good benefits! Good people! Knife River is a PEOPLE-first company. Our team members are key to our success, and we are committed to giving them the tools, training, and time to do their jobs productively and go home safety each day. Please consider joining our growing team today!

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 committed to giving them the tools, training, and time to do their jobs productively and go home safety 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.

ROLE OVERVIEW:

This position is responsible for performing maintenance and repairs on various types of diesel/heavy equipment to keep them in safe working condition. Will need to display a professional and courteous attitude with customers and team members.

This role helps maintain and repair heavy equipment and trucks to keep them safe and working properly. You'll work with a team to learn basic mechanical skills and assist with repairs.

The typical schedule is Monday - Friday 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM.

EDUCATION AND/OR WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

1. High school diploma or GED
2. Some post-secondary education in the diesel technician field or related experience a plus.
3. Interest in mechanics, diesel engines, or equipment repair
4. Willingness to learn and follow instructions
5. Valid driver's license (or ability to obtain one)
6. Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional overtime or weekends
7. CDL is a plus but not required

DUTIES AND/OR RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Assist with basic maintenance and repairs on heavy equipment
2. Help inspect equipment to find issues or needed repairs
3. Use tools and equipment safely (training provided)
4. Learn to read manuals and follow instructions for repairs
5. Help clean and organize the shop and work areas
6. Complete basic paperwork or repair logs with guidance
7. Work with team members and ask questions to build skills
8. Follow all safety rules and procedures
9. Responsible to provide own basic hand tools, pneumatics and some specialty tools. A tool allowance is available.
10. Performs other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

(types and extent of knowledge, skills or abilities an incumbent must possess to complete the job responsibilities satisfactorily)

1. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
2. Strong organizational skills.
3. Physical fitness.
4. Able to work independently and under time constraints.
5. Time management.
6. Analytical skills.
7. Technical skills.
8. Leadership skills.
9. Attention to detail.
10. Problem-solving skills.

BENEFITS:

1. Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
2. Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
3. 401(k) with Company Match
4. Profit Sharing
5. Paid Time Off
6. Paid Sick Time
7. 8 Paid Holidays
8. Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
9. Short-term Disability
10. Employee Assistance Program
11. Years of Service Recognition
12. Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees, Spouses, and Dependents
13. Critical Illness Plan
14. Accident Coverage Plan
15. Hospital Indemnity

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

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 laws.

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.