Truck Mechanic – Swing Shift (Portland)

Knife River Corporation; Sherwood (OR); On-site; USD 37,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Savings Accounts

401K with Company Match

Profit Sharing

Paid Holidays

PTO

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Safety Incentives

Years of Service Recognition

Job summary

Knife River Corporation in the Portland, Oregon area is seeking a Truck Mechanic for a swing shift to support our road construction fleet. You will maintain and repair Class 8 and mixer trucks, diagnose issues, and ensure compliance with safety and DOT rules.

The position offers a full-time schedule with a 2:30PM–11:00PM shift, weekday work, and comprehensive benefits including Health Savings, 401K, and paid time off. Prioritize safety and professional conduct on every job site.

Qualifications

• Previous mechanical experience on class 8 trucks and mixer trucks.
• Must have own hand tools; company provides large and specialty tooling.
• Clean driving record and ability to obtain CDL with Hazmat and Tanker endorsement.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment criminal background check, physical/functional and drug screen.
• Display a professional, safe, and courteous attitude.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance and repair of trucks used for construction including dump trucks, Redi-mix trucks, lowboy’s, straight trucks, trailers, etc.
• Brakes, suspension, hydraulics, electrical, HVAC systems, body/chassis, engine, and powertrain repairs
• Shop or field environment
• Familiarity with DOT regulations and paperwork
• Ability to use diagnostic software
• Follow all safety policies and procedures
• All other duties assigned
• Hours: 2:30PM – 11:00PM Monday to Friday, hours and days flexible
• Wage Range – $26.91 - $44.90

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

DOT regulations familiarity

Safety compliance

Tools

Hand tools ownership

Diagnostic software

Job description

Knife River Corporation in the Portland, Oregon area is seeking a Truck Mechanic for a swing shift to support our road construction fleet. You will maintain and repair Class 8 and mixer trucks, diagnose issues, and ensure compliance with safety and DOT rules.

The position offers a full-time schedule with a 2:30PM–11:00PM shift, weekday work, and comprehensive benefits including Health Savings, 401K, and paid time off. Prioritize safety and professional conduct on every job site.