Asphalt Plant Loader Operator

Knife River Corporation; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full medical, dental, vision benefits

401K plan

Job summary

A leading construction materials company is seeking an experienced Loader Operator in Idaho Falls, ID. The role involves running the mixing operations and ensuring quality compliance in production. Candidates should have at least two years of asphalt plant operation experience and a high school diploma. The company offers a full benefits package after 30 days of employment. Strong attention to safety and the ability to work in all weather conditions are essential. Join a PEOPLE-first team dedicated to success.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience in asphalt plant operation.
• Must hold a valid driver's license.
• Ability to work in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Promote safety compliance and environmental requirements.
• Run mixing operations on the plant.
• Ensure production to meet daily orders.

Skills

Asphalt plant operation

Safety compliance

Problem solving

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Idaho Falls Construction
4055 Professional Way
Idaho Falls, ID 83402, USA

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 an experienced Loader Operator at our plant in Idaho Falls!

Responsibilities

• Communicate and promote safety compliance and environmental requirements in alignment with company standards
• Run mixing operations on the plant to ensure material quality and compliance with specification
• Ensure consistent production to meet daily orders
• Offload hot asphalt oil
• Handle multiple responsibilities simultaneously, and deal effectively with people using a facilitative approach include scaling, ticketing and assist in asphalt orders
• Complete daily checklist, journal, and reports
• Continuously communicate with plant operators, truckers, quality control and dispatch
• Problem solve to identify and resolve issues that arise
• Maintain aggregate stockpiles and liquid levels
• Maintain good attendance and safety record and set an example for others to follow
• Job requires steady to intermittent and repetitive physical activity including standing, stooping, kneeling, climbing, walking on uneven ground, lifting, carrying, pushing, shoveling, and raking
• Perform other duties as assigned

We offer a full benefit package after 30 days which includes full medical, dental, vision, and 401K and more.

Qualifications

• Proven work history of two (2) years or more experience in asphalt plant operation
• A high school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Valid driver’s 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 the job requires
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen

Additional Information

To be considered for this position, candidates must complete and submit an employment application at kniferiver.com by the posting deadline. If unable to complete an application online you may print and send a completed application to:
Knife River Corp.
4055 Professional Way, Idaho Falls, ID 83402

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.
Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background check.

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