Plant Maintenance Technician: Equipment Repair & Upkeep

Knife River; Donnybrook (ND); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Knife River is seeking a Plant Maintenance Technician to support its construction materials operations. You will inspect, troubleshoot, and repair plant equipment, conveyors, mixers, and related systems to ensure safe, efficient production.

You’ll perform preventive maintenance, welding, and basic electrical/mechanical repairs while following strict safety standards. Working in a team-focused, outdoor/plant environment, you’ll help minimize downtime, document work, and support continuous

Qualifications

• Inspect, troubleshoot and repair plant equipment, conveyors, mixers and related systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance, welding, and basic electrical/mechanical repairs.
• Follow strict safety standards in all tasks.

Responsibilities

• Minimize downtime by performing preventive maintenance and timely repairs to equipment.
• Document work and assist with safety and compliance records.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and training for career growth.

Job description

Knife River is seeking a Plant Maintenance Technician to support its construction materials operations. You will inspect, troubleshoot, and repair plant equipment, conveyors, mixers, and related systems to ensure safe, efficient production.

You’ll perform preventive maintenance, welding, and basic electrical/mechanical repairs while following strict safety standards. Working in a team-focused, outdoor/plant environment, you’ll help minimize downtime, document work, and support continuous