Knife River

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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. 

We have an excellent opportunity for Roller Operators!

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Person shall demonstrate the ability to safely and productively perform asphalt paving operations using roller equipment
• Person shall communicate as well as listen effectively
• Persons 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
• Job requires steady to intermittent and repetitive physical activity including standing, stooping, kneeling, climbing, walking on uneven ground, lifting, carrying, pushing, shoveling, and raking

Minimum Qualifications:

• One year or more experience operating asphalt roller equipment.
• Has knowledge of the aspects of paving operations.
• A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is preferred.
• Valid drivers license.
• Must be able to work day shifts and night shifts. Shifts may vary according to project demands.
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions.
• Must be willing to travel if job requires it.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen.

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.

Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.

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 our Roller Operator position:

Air Force:

• Pavement and Construction Equipment Journeyman
• Pavement and Construction Equipment Apprentice
• Pavement and Construction Equipment Helper

Army:

• General Construction Equipment Operator
• Rough Terrain Forklift and Loader Operator
• Heavy Construction Equipment Operator
• Horizontal Construction Engineer

Navy:

• Equipment Operator
• Equipment Operator Basic
• Advanced Equipment Operator

Marines:

• Motor Vehicle Operator

NO PHONE CALLS - To be considered for this position, candidates must complete and submit an employment application at www.kniferiver.com. If unable to apply online, please mail completed application to:

Knife River Central Idaho Division

2651 Wilma Rd

Clarkston, WA 99403

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)