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LEAD EQUIPMENT/TRUCK MECHANIC (SWING SHIFT)


Company: Knife River - Western Oregon Division Department: Shop
Location: Salem, OR Hiring Manager: Timothy J Cesca
Closing Date: 12/31/2024 at 11:59pm CDT Job Type: Full-Time
Entry Level: $28.25/$28.25 - $47.19/$47.19 /hour    
Job Summary:
Knife River is 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 go home safely each day. Our goal is to build strong teams that, in turn, build strong communities. Join our growing team today!

We have an excellent opportunity for a Lead Equipment/Truck Mechanic Swing Shift at our Shop in Salem, Oregon!

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
- Help mentor and train members in the shop.
- Help maintain and repair construction trucks and equipment, including hydraulic repair, brake work, electrical repairs and welding.
- May perform service repairs in the field
- May have the opportunity to work on a wide variety of units from small fleet vehicles, class 8 trucks/trailers, construction equipment and large mining machines.
- Complete all paperwork that may be necessary
- Must have own journeyman hand tools, but Knife River does provide large tools and has a replacement policy.
- Assure all safety policies and procedures are followed to prevent any and all unsafe actions, processes and behaviors observed
- Other duties assigned as needed

Hours: 2:30 PM to 11:00 PM

Compensation:
$28.25-$47.19
Wage reflects a $3.00 an hour shift differential.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Previous mechanical experience on class 8 trucks, trailers and equipment
- Strong troubleshooting skills
- Welding and fabrication experience desirable
- Clean driving record
- Ability to pass a pre-employment criminal background check, physical/functional exam and drug screen
- Display a professional and courteous attitude towards all team members
Benefits:
Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits:
-Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
-Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts
-401K with Company Match
-Profit Sharing
-8 Paid Holidays
-Paid Time Off
-Life Insurance
-Employee Assistance Program
-Safety Incentives
-Years of Service Recognition
How To Apply:
To be considered for this position, candidates must complete and submit an employment application at https://jobs.kniferiver.net/ by the posting deadline noted above. If unable to complete an application online you may print and send completed application to any Knife River NW address or stop in one of our locations to complete an application. 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.

Veterans: Put Your Skills to Work with Us!
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 Lead Equipment/Truck Mechanic position:

Army:
Wheel Vehicle Mechanic
Track Vehicle Repairer
Construction Equipment Repairer
Maintenance Supervisor

Coast Guard:
Machinery Technician

Navy:
Caterpillar Diesel Technician
Construction Mechanic
Advance Construction Mechanic

Air Force:
Mission Generation Vehicular Equipment Maintenance Journeyman
Special Vehicle Maintenance Journeyman

Marines:
Engineer Equipment Mechanic

This Employer Participates in E-Verify (PDF).
Knife River is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected Veteran status.

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