Knife River Corporation

HEAVY DUTY MECHANIC (CDL)

Knife River Corporation  •  Anchorage, AK (Onsite)  •  2 months ago
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Job Description

GENERAL SUMMARY

AS&G is excited to welcome a skilled Heavy-Duty Mechanic to our dynamic Anchorage Shop team! If you thrive in a hands-on, fast-paced environment and enjoy working side by side with a strong crew, this is the place for you.

You’ll help keep our operation moving by maintaining and repairing a wide range of heavy equipment and company trucks including our hard-working cement mixer (ready-mix) fleet. From inspections and diagnostics to repairs and preventative maintenance, you’ll play a key role both in the Shop and out in the field.

This is a fulltime, yearround position with opportunities for overtime work as production requires.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Inspect, diagnose, and repair heavy equipment including loaders, haul trucks, dozers, excavators, and support machinery.
  • Perform maintenance and repairs on cement mixer trucks, including drums, chutes, hydraulic systems, gearboxes, and mixer controls.
  • Maintain and repair trucks: engines, transmissions, suspensions, brakes, electrical, emissions, and hydraulic systems.
  • Perform DOT-compliant inspections and preventative maintenance.
  • Utilize diagnostic equipment, shop tools, welding equipment, and lifting devices safely and effectively.
  • Troubleshoot breakdowns and conduct field repairs to minimize equipment downtime.
  • Accurately document all work performed, parts used, and labor hours.
  • Work closely with operators, dispatch, and production teams to maintain equipment reliability.
  • Follow all AS&G, MSHA, OSHA, and DOT safety standards and best practices.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

  • Must join and maintain membership with Operating Engineers Local 302.
  • Valid CDL (Class B or higher).
  • Hazmat endorsement preferred (or willingness to obtain).
  • 3+ years of diesel or heavy equipment mechanic experience.
  • Strong working knowledge of truck and heavy equipment electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.
  • Ability to read and interpret service manuals, schematics, and diagrams.
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs and work in varying conditions.
  • Strong safety mindset.
  • Provide own hand tools.
  • Obtain a TWIC card and military base pass.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • MSHA certification (or willingness to complete upon hire).
  • Experience with ready-mix cement trucks and aggregate/construction equipment.
  • Welding, fabrication, and hydraulic troubleshooting experience.
  • Familiarity with electronic diagnostics.

WHY JOIN ANCHORAGE SAND & GRAVEL?

  • Monday to Friday standard schedule with overtime as needed based on production.
  • Consistent, year‑round work that supports a healthy work/life balance.
  • Long-term, stable work with a respected Alaska company.
  • Based in Anchorage with limited field work.
  • Supportive, safety-focused team.
  • Opportunities for training and advancement.
  • Paid time off. Additional benefits per Operating Engineers Local 302 contract.

AS&G 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, protected veteran status or other legally protected status. AS&G is a drug free workplace; passing a drug and alcohol test will be required prior to employment. Random drug testing during employment.

HOW TO APPLY

ONLINE: https://www.anchsand.com/jobs/

EMAIL: Josh.Wood@anchsand.com

FAX: (907) 344-2844

MAIL: Anchorage Sand & Gravel Co., Inc.

Attn. Josh Wood, Shop Foreman

1040 O’Malley Road, Anchorage AK 99515

Knife River Corporation

About Knife River Corporation

Knife River is one of the top 10 aggregate, ready-mix and sand and gravel producers in the nation. At peak construction season we employ more than 5,000 men and women who have been widely recognized for their superior customer service. We are sitting on a foundation of more than 1.1 billion tons of aggregate and provide a wide variety of products and services necessary for building America’s infrastructure.

Since purchasing the first aggregate company in 1992, Knife River has become one of the fastest-growing aggregate and construction companies in the central, southern and western United States. We have acquired nearly 70 companies located in 14 states and are licensed to perform work in many more.

Our core business lines include aggregate, asphalt, ready-mix concrete, liquid asphalt and cement.

Industry
Construction & Skilled Trades
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Bismarck, North Dakota
Year Founded
Unknown
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