Lube Technician

Role Overview

As a Lube Technician you are responsible for performing preventive maintenance services on fleet vehicles and heavy support equipment located on construction projects, plant and shop facilities.

Typical schedule:

Monday – Friday 6:30 AM – 5:00 PM, Saturday as needed.

• Perform daily equipment inspections to identify and correct unsafe conditions and ensure equipment is properly maintained; perform repairs during slow times.
• Safely and properly perform routine maintenance (lubricating, fueling, and cleaning) on heavy equipment.
• Dismantle equipment such as grease guns, air lines, and lubricating pumps; examine parts for breaks, wear, and dirt; replace defective parts; clean and assemble equipment.
• Acknowledge surroundings, including equipment and traffic awareness.
• Maintain consistent performance while performing repetitive work.
• Communicate effectively (verbal, listening, written) and work with difficult people under high‑stress situations.
• Demonstrate self‑motivation, teamwork, and good interpersonal skills; maintain positive customer relations and act courteously/respectfully towards others.
• Troubleshoot and solve problems related to material quality, equipment operation/repair, etc.; monitor and discuss production problems with co‑workers and managers/supervisors.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, DNR, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• GED or equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license with excellent driving record.
• Mechanical aptitude.

• 1 to 2 years of experience in equipment/vehicle maintenance facility.
• Experience with oil change and maintenance for automobiles or trucks.
• CDL Class A or B with Hazmat Tanker endorsement.

• 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

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.