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. 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.

This is a seasonal position, you can use your winters off to travel, hunt, fish or for other activities you enjoy while your benefits continue year-round.

This position is responsible to operate lowboy and maintain properly to transport material to designated location in a timely manner.

The typical schedule is Monday - Friday 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM with Saturday as needed (usually 5 - 10 per season).

Beginning pay $24.85, and up, depending on experience.

DUTIES AND/OR RESPONSIBILITIES (summary of components that make up the job)

1. Pre and post trip inspections. Maintains driver logs when applicable.
2. Daily maintenance of equipment such as cleaning truck inside and out, greasing, oiling, brakes, lights and any other maintenance instructed to perform.
3. Recognize surroundings and practice traffic awareness to maintain a safe environment.
4. Clean spilled material/buildup off box, belt, and gates.
5. Verify that gates are closed.
6. Discharge product.
7. Maintain proper information in truck cab pouch.
8. Report information accurately and completely on daily timecards, truck cab information and other needed paperwork.
9. Maintain and support a safe and harassment free work environment.
10. Ability to communicate effectively (verbal, listening, written).
11. Ability to read maps and navigate to new locations.
12. Must be self-motivated, team-player with excellent interpersonal skills; ability to maintain positive attitude and act courteous and respectful toward others.
13. Ability to work with minimum supervision and recognize matters needing attention and initiate action on that recognition.
14. Display a professional and courteous attitude towards all team members and the public.
15. Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (minimum educational, experience, or other relevant job requirements)

1. Class A required. Hazmat and tanker endorsements, preferred.
2. Previous truck driving experience, preferred
3. Ability to work flexible shifts, including weekends and overtime.

BENEFITS:

1. Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
2. Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
3. 401(k) with Company Match
4. Profit Sharing
5. Paid Time Off
6. Paid Sick Time
7. 8 Paid Holidays
8. Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
9. Short-term Disability
10. Employee Assistance Program
11. Years of Service Recognition
12. Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees, Spouses, and Dependents
13. Critical Illness Plan
14. Accident Coverage Plan
15. Hospital Indemnity

Additional Information:

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 checks.

All applications are completed online. If you're having issues completing the application, you can stop at our office for assistance.