Plant Maintenance Technician - Boost Production Uptime

Knife River Corporation; Elk Grove (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Knife River Corporation in Elk Grove, CA is seeking a Plant Maintenance Technician to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production and facility equipment. This role supports safe, efficient plant operations and collaborates with the Operations and General Manager to plan and schedule maintenance tasks.

Requires a high school diploma or GED and at least 1 year in a construction/ready mix environment with supervision responsibilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 1 year experience in a construction/ready mix environment with increasing responsibilities including supervision of others.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and maintain an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal/written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Performs preventive maintenance on engines, tools, conveyors, and production machines by following manuals and diagrams.
• Locates problems by observing equipment in operation and using precision measuring tools.
• Removes defective parts and replaces them with inspection of parts for wear.
• Maintains inventory of equipment parts and anticipates needs to avoid downtime.
• Documents actions and communicates issues to ensure safety and efficiency on site.

Skills

Communication skills

Equipment maintenance

Concrete volume estimation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

Knife River Corporation in Elk Grove, CA is seeking a Plant Maintenance Technician to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production and facility equipment. This role supports safe, efficient plant operations and collaborates with the Operations and General Manager to plan and schedule maintenance tasks.

Requires a high school diploma or GED and at least 1 year in a construction/ready mix environment with supervision responsibilities.