Equipment Operator - Sand Plant - Knife River

Good Pay! Good Benefits! Good People! 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 growing! Our team is made up of hard-working people who work safely and deliver high-quality results to our customers.

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.

JOB SUMMARY

Operates straight or articulated rubber tired tractor type vehicle equipped with front mounted hydraulically powered bucket or scoop to lift and transport bulk materials to and from storage or processing areas, in order to load trucks or feed conveyors, hoppers, or chutes.

To be a successful equipment operator you will:

1. High school education and six months experience operating large scale equipment, or
2. Equivalent combination of education and experience.
3. Ensure OSHA, DOT, EPA, DNR, MSHA, Federal, State, and Local safety and environmental regulation compliance including attending training.

Typical hours during Production are M-F 7am-6pm. 

We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, gender identity, disability, age, marital status, protected Veteran status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, or any other protected category under applicable state/federal law. Applicants of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.