A leader in construction materials, offering aggregates, asphalt, and ready-mix concrete.
Perform preventive maintenance on various equipment and complete inspections.
2 days ago ago
Junior (1-3 years), Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Bend, OR
Field
Company Size
5,700 Employees
Service Specialisms
Aggregate production
Ready‑mix concrete
Asphalt production
Construction services
Cement production
Integrated construction services
Sector Specialisms
Aggregates
Asphalt
Ready-Mix Concrete
Liquid Asphalt
Construction Services
Energy Services
Role
Description
safety compliance
vehicle tracking
documentation
preventive maintenance
inspections
Assure all safety policies and procedures are followed to prevent all unsafe actions, processes and behaviors observed
Track Vehicle Repairer
Complete all paperwork that may be necessary on a variety of units, including construction equipment, paving equipment, trucks and trailers and mining equipment
Perform scheduled preventative maintenance inspections, services and annual interstate inspections
Requirements
diesel technician
construction mechanic
vehicle mechanic
cdl hazmat
hand tools
self-starter
Must have own PM technician hand tools, but Knife River does provide large tools that have a replacement policy
Ability to pass a pre-employment criminal background, physical/functional and drug screen
Must be a highly motivated self-starter, who can work without direct supervision
Ability to climb, crawl and sometimes be in tight or cramped spaces
Advanced Construction Mechanic
Caterpillar Diesel Technician
Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid commercial driver’s license with Hazmat and Tank endorsement, medical card and have a clean driving record
Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic
Display a professional and courteous attitude towards all team members
Benefits
401K with Company Match
Employee Assistance Program
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Profit Sharing
8 Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off
Safety Incentives
Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts
Years of Service Recognition
Life Insurance
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
pre-employment criminal background check
pre-employment drug testing
Company
Overview
Founded 1992
Year Established
The company was established in 1992, marking its beginning in the construction materials industry.
Provides aggregates, asphalt, ready-mix concrete, and other materials for infrastructure projects.
Serves customers in both public and private sectors across the United States.
Typical projects include road construction, bridge building, and commercial and residential developments.
Committed to quality and timely project completion, acting as a trusted partner in infrastructure development.
Strength lies in an extensive network of production facilities, enabling the support of a wide range of construction needs.
Culture + Values
People: Success Depends on Each Other
Safety: Top Priority on Every Task, Every Time
Quality: Setting Ourselves Apart
Environment: Keeping Our Communities Beautiful
Putting people first: taking care of employees, customers and communities by operating with integrity and always striving for excellence
Environment + Sustainability
33%
Renewable Diesel Usage
In 2024, renewable diesel accounted for 33% of total diesel fuel consumption, contributing to reduced emissions since initial use in 2021.
Several thousand
Rail Transport Reduction
Rail transport has reduced over-the-road truck deliveries by thousands annually, significantly cutting emissions and traffic.
2022-23
Emission Tracking Baseline
Established a baseline for emissions in 2022 with continued tracking in 2023, including a third-party audit for data accuracy.
2023
Sustainability Committee
A sustainability committee was formed in 2023, overseeing environmental initiatives with executive support.
Warm-mix asphalt used where allowed to reduce fuel usage and emissions during production
Recycling/reusing materials: asphalt pavement, refined fuel oil, demolition concrete, returned concrete, fly ash, slag, silica fume, stone reject material
Captured and reused wash and storm water in aggregates/concrete operations
Environment Award recognizing employee sustainability projects
Investments in emission-capturing equipment and carbon-sequestering synthetic aggregates (via Blue Planet partnership)
Participating in EPD creation for ready-mix and asphalt aligned with Federal Buy Clean initiative
CSC certification and Environmental Product Declarations in prestress division via Climate Earth
Goal: net-zero or net-negative carbon footprint for synthetic limestone products (Blue Planet)
Inclusion & Diversity
Outreach goal: increase number of available minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates via targeted partnerships
Training programs include Unconscious Bias, Diversity and Discrimination, Anti‑Harassment, Anti‑Bullying, Workplace Respect, Sexual Harassment, DEI 101 and Unpacking DEI
Life at Knife: 'One Team: Stronger Together'—treat each other fairly and with respect; operate with integrity; keep learning
Human Rights, EEO/AAP policies in place; EEO‑1 report published online
EEO Employer Report includes gender breakdown (available via EEO‑1)
Building Strong Communities program with focus areas including minority and female recruitment