TRAVELING MECHANIC / WELDER

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 safely 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. 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.

This position is responsible to perform maintenance and repairs on various types of diesel/heavy equipment to keep them in safe working condition. The Traveling Mechanic will diagnose and perform repairs of a significant nature at outdoor job sites throughout Northern MN and North Dakota. The Traveling Mechanic will need to display a professional and courteous attitude with customers and team members. Per diem available when scheduled work requires overnight stay out of area. Will travel to job sites, stay overnight, and weekends during the construction season, March - November.

This is a full time, year-round position that comes with great benefits! Start at 3 weeks of vacation and a separate sick time balance, paid holidays, excellent health insurance and wellness plans, company paid life insurance, 401k with company match and profit sharing, plus more!

DUTIES AND/OR RESPONSIBILITIES (summary of components that make up the job)

1. Responsible for performing maintenance and repairs of a significant nature on all types of equipment and/or assisting with
   repairs/improvements/maintenance of equipment to assure it is in safe working condition.
2. Safely operate equipment, standard and specialty tools, welders, hoists and other lifting devices, etc. on a daily basis.
3. Troubleshooting equipment maintenance problems to properly diagnose components to determine method and extent of repair
   Read, interpret, analyze and apply information in technical manuals and schematics.
4. Anticipate needed parts and supplies, disassemble equipment and parts, fabricate parts when needed and reassemble equipment
   and parts.
5. Use cutting torch and perform welding tasks.
6. Clean work areas.
7. Fill out shop repair orders daily
8. Drive and maintain mechanic's truck.
9. Communicate effectively (verbal, listening, written). Frequent contact and communication with others within and outside the company. Self-motivated, team-player with excellent interpersonal skills; ability to work independently or in a team setting; ability to maintain positive customer relations and act courteous/respectful of others.
10. Proven experience handling multiple projects and priorities while maintaining tight deadlines; highly organized with attention to
11. Accurately complete work orders or other maintenance repair documentation.
12. Ensure OSHA, DOT, MSHA, EPA, DNR, safety and environmental regulation compliance.
13. May be required to operate and maintain company vehicle to perform field service repair then operate repaired equipment to
    ensure proper working condition after repairs have been completed.
14. Responsible to provide own basic hand tools, pneumatics and some specialty tools. A tool allowance is available.
15. Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (minimum educational, experience, or other relevant job requirements)

A successful Traveling Mechanic with Knife River Materials will have:

1. 2+ years of post-high school or equivalent work, military, institutional or vocational environment in mechanic field or maintaining road construction equipment
2. Demonstrated mechanical knowledge to diagnose component, troubleshoot, repair, communicate and document
3. Ability to provide and maintain appropriate driver's license, medical card and acceptable driving record.
4. Previous mechanical experience with Highway Heavy or earthmoving equipment preferred

COMPENSATION:

Estimated Wage: $30.00 to $45.00 Per Hour-depending on work location, project, work experience and education

BENEFITS:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 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, Spouses, and Dependents
• Critical Illness Plan
• Accident Coverage Plan
• Hospital Indemnity

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

If you are having issues completing your application online, please visit the main office for assistance or mail a completed application to:

ATTN HR PO Box 40 Bemidji, MN 56619

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 law.

Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background check.