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Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Knife River Corporation

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 MidCap 400 index.


Knife River is looking for an experienced Heavy Equipment Mechanic for our Utah division.

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


We offer a competitive salary and full benefit package including 401K, Medical, Dental & Vision.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Experience: 5 + years minimum working with all phases of construction equipment. Heavy paving equipment experience is a plus.
  • Must be able to diagnose component, troubleshoot, repair, communicate and document.
  • Certifications and/or technical school experience is preferred.
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.

At Knife River, we are committed to helping our military transition to civilian life. We are constantly looking to add veterans to our workforce and want to make the transition as smooth as possible. There are many jobs within the military that are transferable to our Swing Shift Mixer Mechanic position.

Army:
  • Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic
  • Track Vehicle Repairer
  • Construction Equipment Repairer
Coast Guard:
  • Machinery Technician
Navy:
  • Caterpillar Diesel Technician
  • Construction Mechanic
  • Advanced Construction Mechanic
Marines:
  • Engineer Equipment Mechanic

If unable to apply online, please mail completed application to:
Knife River Corporation -- Mountain Division
7620 W HWY 201

Magna, UT 84044

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Vacancy posted 4 days ago
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