Asphalt Plant Service Technician
About The Position
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. We are seeking a reliable and safety-focused Asphalt Plant Service Technician to support the maintenance and operation of our asphalt plants. This role is responsible for performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues, and ensuring that our plants operate safely and efficiently with minimal downtime.
Requirements
- Proven work history reflecting a minimum of 5 years of experience
- Must have mechanical, electrical, fabrication experience
- Must have a current Driver’s license
- Must be able to meet company's attendance policy
- Required Valid Driver's License
Nice To Haves
- Millwright experience preferred
- Experience with Asphalt Plants preferred
Responsibilities
- Perform routine inspection, maintenance, and repair of asphalt plant equipment
- Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
- Conduct preventative maintenance tasks such as lubrication, belt adjustments, filter changes, and component replacements
- Diagnose equipment failures and implement timely corrective actions to minimize downtime
- Maintain burners and fuel systems, including tuning and cleaning for optimal performance
- Repair or replace motors, gearboxes, bearings, chains, and other critical components
- Read and interpret equipment manuals, schematics, and technical drawings
- Work closely with plant operators and management to identify maintenance needs and improvement opportunities
- Assist with plant upgrades, modifications, and installation of new equipment
- Perform general welding and fabrication as needed
- Perform other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Training available
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
