LUBE TECHNICIAN / MECHANIC

Good Pay! Good Benefits! Good People! Knife River is a PEOPLE-first company. Our team members are 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. Please consider joining our growing team today! 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. 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. This is a full time, year-round position that comes with great benefits!

ROLE OVERVIEW

As a Lube Technician you are responsible to safely keep equipment running and maintained properly to maximize production and quality. Schedule varies throughout the seasons. During the production season, start and end times will vary based on field operations. Mid- to late-morning starts and evening work during the week should be expected.

DUTIES AND/OR RESPONSIBILITIES

(summary of components that make up the job) Perform daily equipment, walk around and site inspections to identify and correct any unsafe conditions and keep equipment properly maintained. Perform repairs on equipment during slow times Safely and properly perform routine maintenance (lubricating, fueling and cleaning) on heavy equipment Dismantles equipment such as grease guns, air lines and lubricating pumps. Examines parts for breaks, wear, and dirt. Replaces defective parts and cleans and assembles equipment Recognition of surroundings including equipment and traffic awareness Ability to perform consistently while doing repetitious work Exposure to working conditions with various insects Extensive walking on uneven surfaces Operating equipment at night under artificial lighting Communicate effectively (verbal, listening, written) and work with difficult people under high stress situations Self-motivated, team-player with good interpersonal skills; ability to maintain positive customer relations and act courteous/respectful of others Troubleshoot and problem solve situations/problems (material quality, equipment operation/repair, etc.). Monitor and discuss production problems with co-workers and managers/supervisors Ensure OSHA, EPA, DNR, safety and environmental regulation compliance Performs other duties as assigned

COMPENSATION

$25.00 - $33.00/hour

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

(minimum educational, experience, or other relevant job requirements) As a successful Lubrication Technician/Mechanic, you will have: High School or GED plus higher trade or technical school or equivalent in related field Mechanical experience - diesel engine preferred Must be able to travel over nights during season, weekends and long shifts as needed Must have a valid Class B Driver's License, ability to provide and maintain proper licensure, medical card and acceptable driving record •Candidates without a Class B Driver's License may be considered, provided they are able to obtain one. Assistance with licensing is available through Knife River.

BENEFITS

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

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

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. All applications are completed online. If you're having issues completing the application, you can stop at our office for assistance.