Traveling Mechanic

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, and we are a PEOPLE-first company. Our team members are the key to our success, and we are committed to giving them the tools, training, and time to do their jobs productively and safely each day.

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 Mid Cap 400 index.

This is a Teamsters Local 346 Union position. This position will diagnose and perform repairs of a significant nature at outdoor job sites throughout Northern MN and North Dakota. This includes a variety of road construction equipment and operating plants. 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. Great pay, lots of overtime, company vehicle, and per diem.

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

Estimated Wage: $32.65 to $38.00 Per Hour-depending on work location and project

Benefits are through the Teamsters Local 346 Union

If unable to apply online, mail 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.