Equipment Manager

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Provides shop management support for Knife River operations to maximize utilization and reduce cost
• Work closely with other Knife River shops for consistency in repair techniques, safety, policies and practices
• Coordinate with maintenance supervisor for repair and service of trucks and equipment
• Monitor fleet compliance, work with locations to assure regulatory compliance and FMCSRs
• Attend Operations and Production meetings to understand upcoming needs and to provide operations with updates on equipment.
• Develop safety awareness programs for shop/field mechanics, and to attend safety meetings in all locations
• Participate in the review of any accident or near miss involving shop personnel. Be prepared to report to Vice President on incident and suggestions for preventative actions.
• Assist in annual budget process and establish long term targets
• Work with Operations on all major repairs and PM's and to manage monthly expenses
• Always work safely and take action to prevent any and all unsafe actions, processes and behaviors
• Perform tasks that may require lifting 10 pounds frequently, 50 pounds occasionally
• Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Minimum of 2 years' experience in supervisory level position in shop and maintenance related fields
2. Extensive heavy duty diesel mechanic experience with knowledge of construction equipment and trucks. Minimum 5 years.
3. Must have a current valid driver's license and maintain an adequate driving record
4. Computer literacy using Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel preferred
5. Strong supervisory skills

Preferred Requirements:

1. Experience using JDE, spreadsheet servers, BI, Fuel Force
2. Prior experience as a heavy equipment mechanic
3. Prior experience as a shop supervisor for a construction material-based business

Benefits:

Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits:
-Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
-Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts
-401(k) with Company Match
-Profit Sharing
-8 Paid Holidays
-Paid Time Off
-Life Insurance
-Employee Assistance Program
-Years of Service Recognition

How to Apply:

To be considered for this position, candidates must complete and submit an employment application at jobs.kniferiver.com. If you are unable to submit an application online, please mail a completed version to 5450 W Gowen Rd, Boise, ID 83709

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.

Veterans: Put Your Skills to Work with Us!

At Knife River, we are committed to helping our military transition to civilian life. We are constantly looking to add veterans to our workforce and want to make the transition as smooth as possible. There are many jobs within the military that are transferable to our Mobile Equipment Manager:

Navy: Maritime Operations Center Director, Operations Watch Officer

Army: Engineer Senior Sergeant

Air Force: Planning and Programming, Air Force Operations Staff Officer

Marines: Operations Chief