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Equipment Manager

Knife River Corporation, Casper, WY, United States


Responsibilities

Provide 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 attend safety meetings in all locations

Participate in the review of any accident or near miss involving shop personnel and prepare reports to Vice President on incidents and suggestions for preventative actions

Assist in annual budget process and establish long‑term targets

Work with Operations on all major repairs and PMs and 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

Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a supervisory level position in shop and maintenance related fields

Extensive heavy‑duty diesel mechanic experience with knowledge of construction equipment and trucks (minimum 5 years)

Must have a current valid driver’s license and maintain an adequate driving record

Computer literacy using Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel preferred

Strong supervisory skills

Preferred Requirements

Experience using JDE, spreadsheet servers, BI, Fuel Force

Prior experience as a heavy equipment mechanic

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

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.

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.

Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Subject to pre‑employment drug testing and background check.

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