Plant Maintenance Tech - Ready Mix, Overnight Travel

Knife River Corporation; Watford City (ND); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Profit Sharing

Paid Time Off

Paid Sick Time

8 Paid Holidays

Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

Short-term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Years of Service Recognition

Voluntary Life Insurance

Job summary

Knife River Corporation is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform essential upkeep on Ready Mix plants across North Dakota. Overnight travel is required, and travel flexibility is a must to keep plants running efficiently.

The role emphasizes mechanical and electrical expertise, preventative maintenance planning, and strict adherence to safety and regulatory standards. Join a team focused on reliable operations and production quality.

Qualifications

• High School or GED plus higher trade or technical school or equivalent in related field.
• 5+ years mechanical and electrical experience.
• Ability to provide and maintain proper licensure, medical card and acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the maintenance of all Ready Mix plant and equipment including the setup of new or temporary plant operations.
• Plans and coordinates schedule of preventative maintenance.
• Maintains inventory of parts and equipment and requisitions replacement stock.
• Estimates costs of personnel, parts and supplies to be used during maintenance.
• To keep equipment running and maintained properly to maximize production and quality.
• Communicate effectively (verbal, listening, written); Self-motivated, team-player with good interpersonal skills; ability to maintain positive customer relations & act courteous/respectful of others.
• Troubleshoot and problem solve situations/problems (material quality, equipment operation/repair, etc.).
• Ensure MSHA, OSHA, EPA, DNR, safety and environmental regulation compliance, Lockout/Tagout procedures.
• Back-up plant operator and performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Electrical experience

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Trade/technical school

Job description

Knife River Corporation is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform essential upkeep on Ready Mix plants across North Dakota. Overnight travel is required, and travel flexibility is a must to keep plants running efficiently.

The role emphasizes mechanical and electrical expertise, preventative maintenance planning, and strict adherence to safety and regulatory standards. Join a team focused on reliable operations and production quality.