Truck Driver - Construction; Seasonal

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 Mid Cap 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 for operating and maintaining straight truck or tractor-trailer equipment to transport material to designated locations in a timely manner. You will need to display a professional and courteous attitude with customers and team members and may also operate a loader to load material into the truck box.

• Safely operate Class A or B truck to transport asphalt or aggregate to job site often times driving on uneven or unfinished surface
• Inspects truck for defects before and after trips and submits report indicating truck condition
• Maintains driver log according to ICC regulations as required
• May operate loader to load aggregate into truck box
• Daily maintenance of equipment such as cleaning truck inside and out, greasing, oiling, brakes, lights and any other maintenance instructed to perform
• Recognize surroundings and practice traffic awareness to maintain a safe environment
• Assist with plant maintenance, repairs, set up and take downs
• Tarp load when needed
• Clean spilled material/buildup off box (spill chutes, belts, side boards, etc.)
• Verify that gates are closed
• Assist construction crews while waiting to unload
  
  Spread product
• Maintain proper information in truck cab pouch
• Report information accurately and completely on daily timecards, truck cab information and other needed paperwork
• Ensure MSHA, OSHA, EPA, DNR, safety and environmental regulation compliance.
• Always work safely and take action to prevent any and all unsafe actions, processes, and behaviors.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to use tablets, CBs, and other electronic devices to maintain logs and communications
• Able to work independently and under time constraints.

• General education, grammar and arithmetic, GED or high school diploma or equivalent
• A CDL Class A (tractor-trailer) or CDL Class B (straight truck) license. Preference given for experience driving a belly dump, lowboy, lowboy, tanker or straight truck
• Must have and maintain medical card and acceptable driving record and required endorsements
• Ability to work flexible shifts, including overtime, possible nights and some Saturdays.

• 2-5 years construction driving experience

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.