Job Description

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Responsible for ensuring daily maintenance of the plant is completed.
• Responsible for routine and daily housekeeping duties to ensure a clean plant and yard.
• Perform general laboring duties such as raking and shoveling material.
• Safely and properly perform maintenance (lubricating, fueling, and cleaning).
• Communicate timely and effectively with plant supervisor regarding any issues pertaining to the plant, yard or equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Maintain good attendance and safety record and set an example for others to follow.
• Communicate effectively to co-workers, management, suppliers, and others you encounter.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and willing to travel to various plant locations as needed.
• Must be able to work overtime and be flexible with hours (daytime/nighttime). Shifts may vary according to project/schedule demands.
• Must have a “Safety First” attitude. Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures is required.
• Experience around ready-mix plants, asphalt plants and/or rock crushers and heavy equipment.
• Basic knowledge of plant operation, conveyor systems and maintenance preferred.
• Must have good mechanical and troubleshooting skills.
• Able to operate small hand tools.

Notice:

Because of the nature of work at Knife River, the person in this position may be expected to work any shift and at various locations based on company needs and the duties of the position may change at any time and may not be identified in this job description. The content of the job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. It is not intended to be construed as a contract or an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills and abilities required of all personnel so classified.

Physical & Environmental Demands:

• Extensive walking on uneven surfaces.
• May Lift and carry up to 100 pounds.
• Exposure to dust, fumes, odors, mists, adhesives and acids.
• Hand eye coordination.
• Frequent and/or extended periods requiring standing, stooping, kneeling, bending, climbing, and/or twisting.
• Ability to work at night under artificial lighting, as needed.
• Working in all weather conditions for extended period of time

Veterans:

At Knife River, we are committed to helping our military transition to civilian life. We are constantly looking to add veterans to our workforce and want to make the transition as smooth as possible. There are many jobs within the military that are transferable to the laboring position. Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Air Force: Pavement and Construction Helper, Journeyman, Apprentice and Craftsman

Army: Concrete and Asphalt Equipment Operator

Coast Guard: Concrete Worker

Navy: Construction Man

Marines: Basic Engineer, Construction and Equipment Marine

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.

If unable to apply online, mail completed application to Knife River Corporation South, PO Box 1800, Waco, TX 76703. For further assistance with applying, please contact our office at 254-761-2600.

Benefits:
* Paid Holidays * Paid Time Off * Three Medical Plans with GENEROUS Employer contributions and funding * Health Savings Account* Prescription Card * Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Dependent Care * Dental * Vision * Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance * Company Paid Short Term Disability Income Replacement * Company Paid Long Term Disability Income Replacement * Profit Sharing * 401(k) with Company Match * Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees, Spouses, and Dependents * Critical Illness Plan * Accident Coverage Plan* Company Paid Employee Assistance Plan, Travel Insurance, Access to Legal Advice*