Asphalt Screed Operator — Flexible Shifts

Knife River - MT; Kalispell (MT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401K

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Job summary

Knife River MT in Montana is seeking a paving laborer to support laydown operations and equipment handling in varied conditions. The role requires physical work and collaboration with the supervision and testing teams to ensure quality results.

Candidates should be prepared for weather exposure and variable shifts, and to assist multiple paving-related machines as needed. CDL is preferred but not mandatory.

Qualifications

• Willing to work in all weather conditions.
• Valid driver's license; CDL preferred.
• Pass pre-employment drug screening and background check.
• Physically active (standing, kneeling, climbing, lifting).

Responsibilities

• Perform daily equipment inspections.
• Work safely and prevent unsafe actions or behaviors.
• Control material flow and mat smoothness during paving.
• Communicate with supervisor/testing technician about laydown issues.
• Assist operating other paving equipment as needed (rollers, brooms, loaders).
• Be available for days, nights and weekends as needed.

Skills

Physical stamina

Driver's license

Safety mindset

Teamwork

Job description

Knife River MT in Montana is seeking a paving laborer to support laydown operations and equipment handling in varied conditions. The role requires physical work and collaboration with the supervision and testing teams to ensure quality results.

Candidates should be prepared for weather exposure and variable shifts, and to assist multiple paving-related machines as needed. CDL is preferred but not mandatory.