Lube Technician/Mechanic Job Bemidji area,Minnesota USA,Trades / Skilled Labor

Position: LUBE TECHNICIAN / MECHANIC

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 Mid Cap 400 index.

This is a full time, year-round position that comes with great benefits!

ROLE OVERVIEW

As a Lube Technician you are responsible to safely keep equipment running and maintained properly to maximize production and quality.

Schedule varies throughout the seasons. During the production season, start and end times will vary based on field operations. Mid- to late-morning starts and evening work during the week should be expected.

DUTIES AND/OR RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform daily equipment, walk around and site inspections to identify and correct any unsafe conditions and keep equipment properly maintained. Perform repairs on equipment during slow times

Safely and properly perform routine maintenance (lubricating, fueling and cleaning) on heavy equipment

Dismantles equipment such as grease guns, air lines and lubricating pumps. Examines parts for breaks, wear, and dirt. Replaces defective parts and cleans and assembles equipment

Recognition of surroundings including equipment and traffic awareness

Ability to perform consistently while doing repetitious work

Exposure to working conditions with various insects

Extensive walking on uneven surfaces

Operating equipment at night under artificial lighting

Communicate effectively (verbal, listening, written) and work with difficult people under high stress situations

Self-motivated, team-player with good interpersonal skills; ability to maintain positive customer relations and act courteous/respectful of others

Troubleshoot and problem solve situations/problems (material quality, equipment operation/repair, etc.). Monitor and discuss production problems with co-workers and managers/supervisors

Ensure OSHA, EPA, DNR, safety and environmental regulation compliance

Performs other duties as assigned

COMPENSATION

$25.00 - $33.00/hour

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

As a successful Lubrication Technician/Mechanic, you will have:

High School or GED plus higher trade or technical school or equivalent in related field

Mechanical experience - diesel engine preferred

Must be able to travel over nights during season, weekends and long shifts as needed

Must have a valid Class B Driver's License, ability to provide and maintain proper licensure, medical card and acceptable driving record

* Candidates without a Class B Driver's License may be considered, provided they are able to obtain one. Assistance with licensing is available through Knife River.

BENEFITS

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts

401(k) with Company Match

Profit Sharing

Paid Time Off

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

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 laws.

Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.

All applications are completed online. If you're having issues completing the application, you can stop at our office for assistance.

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Lube Technician​/Mechanic

Lube Technician/Mechanic