Heavy Duty Mechanic
Sioux City, IA 
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Job Description
Heavy Duty Mechanic
Company: Knife River - Midwest Division Department: Maintenance
Location: Sioux City, IA Hiring Manager: Dale P Hahn
Closing Date: 01/01/2021 at 11:59pm CDT Job Type: Full-Time - Seasonal
Job Summary:
Responsible for safely keeping trucks and equipment running and maintained properly.
DUTIES AND/OR RESPONSIBILITIES
1.Responsible for performing maintenance and repairs of a significant nature on trucks and all types of equipment, and/or assisting with repairs/improvements/maintenance of trucks and equipment to assure it is in safe working condition.
2.Safely operate equipment, standard and specialty tools, welders, hoists and other lifting devices, etc., on a daily basis.
3.Troubleshooting truck and equipment maintenance problems to properly diagnose components to determine method and extent of repair necessary. Read, interpret, analyze and apply information in technical manuals and schematics.
4.Anticipate needed parts and supplies, disassemble truck, equipment and parts, fabricate parts when needed, and reassemble truck, equipment and parts.
5.Use cutting torch and perform welding tasks.
6.Clean work areas.
7.Fill out shop repair orders daily.
8.Drive and maintain mechanic's truck.
9.Communicate effectively (verbal, listening, written). Frequent contact and communication with others within and outside the company. Self-motivated, team-player with excellent interpersonal skills; ability to work independently or in a team setting; ability to maintain positive customer relations and act courteous/respectful of others.
10.Proven experience handling multiple projects and priorities while maintaining tight deadlines; highly organized with attention to detail.
11.Accurately complete work orders or other maintenance repair documentation.
12.Ensure OSHA, DOT, MSHA, EPA, DNR, safety and environmental regulation compliance.
13.May be required to operate and maintain company vehicle to perform field service repair, then operate repaired truck and/or equipment to ensure proper working condition after repairs have been completed.
14.Responsible to provide own basic hand tools, pneumatics, and some specialty tools.
15.Performs other duties as assigned.

Schedule for the season is 6:00AM - 5:00PM with a 30 minute lunch break. Work every other Saturday.
Minimum Qualifications:
1.Over 2 years up to and including 4 years from post high school, work, military, institutional or vocational environment in mechanic field or maintaining road construction equipment with demonstrated mechanical knowledge to diagnose component, troubleshoot, repair, communicate and document.
2.Mechanical experience - diesel engine preferred.
3.Provide and maintain proper licensure, medical card, and acceptable driving record. Drivers License is required, Class B CDL with air brakes preferred.
How To Apply
If unable to apply online, mail completed application to:2220 Hawkeye Drive, Sioux City, IA 51105.

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.

Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected Veteran status.

 

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Job Summary
Company
Knife River - Midwest
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Temporary, Full Time
Required Education
High School or Equivalent
Required Experience
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