TRUCK DRIVER - AGGREGATE

Good Pay! Good Benefits! Good People! Knife River is a PEOPLE-first company. Our team members are key to our success, and we are committed to giving them the tools, training, and time to do their jobs productively and go home safely each day. Please consider joining our growing team today!

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.

ROLE OVERVIEW:

This position is responsible for operating a straight truck or tractor-trailer equipment and maintaining equipment properly in order to transport material to designated location in a timely manner.

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

• Safely deliver materials to contractors.

• Become familiar with our products and provide excellent customer service.

• Complete pre and post trip inspections on equipment.

• Maintain driver’s daily log and legal load limits.

• Complete all paperwork that may be necessary.

• Maintain a clean truck appearance by complying with Knife River’s operational policies, procedures and standards.

• Climbing in and out of truck cab as needed throughout the day.

• Assure all safety policies and procedures are followed to prevent any and all unsafe actions, processes and behaviors observed.

• Ensure MSHA, OSHA, EPA, DNR, safety and environmental regulation compliance.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (types and extent of knowledge, skills or abilities an incumbent must possess to complete the job responsibilities satisfactorily)

• Ability to pass a pre-employment criminal background check, physical/functional exam and drug screen.

• Ability to work flexible shifts which include days, nights, weekends and overtime.

• Display a professional and courteous attitude towards all team members and customers.

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

• One year of DOT truck driving experience is preferred.

• A CDL Class A (tractor-trailer) or CDL Class B (straight truck) license.

• Must have and maintain medical card and acceptable driving record and required endorsements

• Must be able to read, write, and speak English sufficiently to comply with FMCSA regulations, understand traffic signs, communicate with law enforcement, and complete required records.

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 our Truck Driver position:
Airforce:
Ground Transportation Apprentice
Ground Transportation Journeyman
Army:
Motor Transport Operator
Marines:
Logistics Vehicle System Operator

BENEFITS:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts

• 401(k) with Company Match

• Profit Sharing

• Paid Time Off

• Paid Sick Time

• 8 Paid Holidays

• Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance

• Short-term Disability

• Employee Assistance Program

• Years of Service Recognition

• Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees, Spouses, and Dependents

• Critical Illness Plan

• Accident Coverage Plan

• 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 laws.

Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.

All applications are submitted online. If you are having issues completing the application, please come to the office for assistance.

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Skills

Required

• Class A or B License

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