FLEET MAINTENANCE MANAGEMENT INTERNSHIP 2026 (Tangent/ Portland)

Job Summary:

Knife River is a People-first company. Our team members are the key to our success, and we are committed to giving them the tools, training and time to do their jobs productively and go home safely each day. Our goal is to build strong teams that, in turn, build strong communities. Join our growing team today!

We are looking to add a Fleet Maintenance Management Intern to our team for Summer 2026 at our Tangent or Portland, OR location!

Minimum Qualifications:

- Pursuing a Higher Education degree in a related field. (Mechanicla Engineering, Operations Management, etc.) Must be currently enrolled!

- Interest in serving the materials/construction industry
- Ability to pass a pre-employment criminal background check and drug screen
- Display a professional and courteous attitude towards all team members

Internship Brief Summary:

- Learn and understand general equipment maintenance and repairs

- Understand DOT requirements and reporting

- Inspect jobsite, equipment and facilities to ensure they meet company, industry, and state/ federal standards

- Understand how to develop and manage budgets

- Understand how to negotiate contracts with vendors

- Track equipment performance metrics, conduct inspections, and implement data driven improvements for efficiency and reliability

- Work with division and regional leadership to align asset management strategies with business goals

How to Apply:

To be considered for this position, candidates must complete and submit an employment application at jobs.kniferiver.com by the posting deadline noted above. If unable to complete an application online you may print and send completed application to any Knife River NW address or stop in one of our locations to complete an application. 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.

If you are an individual with a qualified disability as defined by federal, state, or local law and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application for any reason, please contact your state employment agency or you may call 541-693-5900 to speak with a human resources representative.

Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background check.