Job Description

At Knife River, we take care of our team because we know it’s our people who make us successful. We are one of the 10 largest construction materials producers/contractors in the Country, and we are 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 safely each day. Our goal is to build strong teams that, in turn, build strong communities. We are also a publicly traded company on the NYSE with the ticker symbol KNF and part of the S&P MidCap 400 index.

Knife River is looking for dependable Asphalt Paving Crew members to join our team!

Performs the duties of asphalt paving in various construction environments.

Primary Job duties include:

• Shall demonstrate the ability to safely and productively perform asphalt paving operations including operation of pavers, screeds, raking, shoveling and compacting asphalt on parking lots, streets, and highways.
• Person shall be able to work safely and follow all company policies.
• Person shall be able to establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with all personnel and to perform all duties safely and productively to ensure quality work.
• Operators shall have the ability to conduct daily equipment inspections to identify any safety and maintenance issues.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Applicant must possess the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in written form. Applicants must possess a valid driver's license/CDL preferred, and a quality driving record under company policy. Applicant must successfully pass a post offer pre-employment drug test and physical. Prefer 3 years of minimum experience with the defined type of equipment. Ability to operate different types of equipment a plus. Physical Requirements: job requires steady to intermittent and repetitive physical activity including standing, stooping, kneeling, climbing, walking on uneven ground, lifting, carrying, pushing, shoveling and raking. Must be able to work in all weather conditions.

How To Apply:
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.

Knife River Montana offers a 401(K) as well as Company Paid medical, dental, vision, life and Short-Term Disability benefits for employees and their dependents. Paid Time Off (PTO) offered after 90 days of successful employment and Holiday pay offered after 30 days of successful employment with 8 holidays recognized.

Subject to pre-employment drug testing, random drug screening and background check.

You may apply online at jobs.kniferiver.com

If unable to apply online, please mail completed application to:Knife River - Billings
4014 Hesper Rd
Billings, MT 59106

PLEASE NO PHONE CALLS ABOUT THIS POSITION. EMAILS AND RESUMES WILL NOT BE REVIEWED OR ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF THE REQUIRED APPLICATION