Heavy Duty Mechanic (Kalispell)

At Knife River we take care of our team because we know its 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 MidCap 400 index.

Knife River is looking for an experienced Heavy Diesel Mechanic to work for our Kalispell division.

This position will require you to be able to work both independently and as a team player. Working in extreme weather conditions should be expected.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid CDL - Class A preferred)
• Qualified driving record
• Experience with heavy truck and equipment repair- (preferred)
• Have your own tools

Duties and Responsibilities:

• perform significant maintenance and repairs on trucks and all types of equipment and/or assist with repairs improvements maintenance of trucks and equipment to assure they are in safe and suitable working condition.
• Safely operate equipment from standard to specialty tools torches welders hoists forklifts and other heavy equipment on a daily basis.
• Troubleshooting truck and equipment maintenance problems diagnosing parts and components to determine method and extent of repair necessary.
• Read interpret analyze and apply information from technical manuals and schematics.
• Anticipate necessary parts and supplies for order ability to fabricate parts when needed.
• Safety minded accurately complete shop forms keep tidy work areas maintain regulatory compliance.
• Communicate effectively. There will be frequent contact communication and courtesy with others within and outside the company. You need to be self-motivated and have the ability to work independently or in a team setting.
• Willingness to handle multiple projects while maintaining deadlines and attention to detail.
• Operate company vehicle to perform field service repairs.
• Responsible for providing your own basic hand tools pneumatics and some specialty tools.
• Shifts may include working nights evening and weekends.
• Flexible with performing other duties assigned by the shop manager.

Benefits:

• Company paid medical dental and vision
• 401K
• Paid Time Off after 90 days
• Holiday pay after 30 days
• Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability

How To Apply:
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 checks.

You may apply online at

If unable to apply online please mail completed application to:
Knife River Mountain Region
4800 Wilkie Street
Missoula Mt 59808