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LEAD MECHANIC
Company:	Knife River - Casper Division	Department:	CASPER SHOP
Location:	CASPER, WY	Hiring Manager:	William R Buckley
Closing Date:	11/21/2024 at 11:59pm CDT	Job Type:	Full-Time

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! Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: - Fill in as day shift shop foreman when needed. - Help mentor and train team 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. Must have the ability to work flexible shifts, including overtime, off shifts and weekends.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Previous mechanical experience on class 8 trucks, trailers - Strong troubleshooting skills - Welding and fabrication experience desirable - Driver's license with 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
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. Knife River Wyoming offers a 401(k) as well as COMPANY PAID medical, dental and vision benefits for employees and their dependents. Paid time off (PTO) offered after 90 days successful employment. We are a drug free work environment requiring pre-employment and random drug testing. Subject to background check. You may apply online at jobs.mdu.com If unable to apply online, mail completed application to: PO Box 730 Casper, WY 82602-0730

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