CDL Class A Truck Driver - Drop and Hook

Knife River Corporation; Cold Spring (MN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Knife River Corporation is seeking a CDL Class A Truck Driver to safely operate tractor-trailer equipment. The role involves transporting materials, conducting vehicle inspections, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Full-time employees enjoy comprehensive benefits, including medical insurance, 401K matching, and paid time off.

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401K with Company Match

Paid/Sick Time Off

8 Paid Holidays

Short-term Disability & Life Insurance

Qualifications

• Must have a CDL Class A license.
• 3-6 months of CDL Class A driving experience required.
• Must maintain a medical card and acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a tractor-trailer to transport goods locally.
• Conduct pre-trip & post-trip inspections.
• Adhere to all traffic laws and company policies.

Skills

Communication

Team Player

Self-Motivated

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Description

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.

As a CDL Class A Truck Driver, you are responsible to safely operate tractor-trailer equipment (Drop and Hook) and maintain properly to transport material
to designated location in a timely manner. Conduct pre-trip & post-trip inspections to ensure safety and compliance of vehicle and adhere to all traffic laws and company policies while driving.

Salary range: $24.00 - $28.00 Hourly

Hours per week: 40+

Duties and/or Responsibilities:

• Safely operate a tractor-trailer to transport goods locally.


• Conduct pre-trip & post-trip inspections to ensure safety and compliance of vehicle


• Adhere to all traffic laws and company policies while driving


• Maintain proper information in truck cab pouch.


• Report information accurately and completely on daily timecards, truck cab information and other needed paperwork.


• Maintain and support a safe and harassment free work environment.


• Ensure OSHA, DOT, EPA, DNR, MSHA, Federal, State, and Local safety and environmental regulation compliance and attend required training.


• Performs other duties as assigned.


• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal, listening, written). Ability to read maps and navigate to new locations.


• Must be self-motivated, team-player with excellent interpersonal skills; ability to maintain positive customer relations and act courteous and respectful toward others.


• Ability to work with minimum supervision and recognize matters needing attention and initiate action on that recognition.

Minimum Qualifications:

• General education, grammar and arithmetic, GED or high school diploma or equivalent


• A CDL Class A (tractor-trailer) license


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

Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance


• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Account


• 401K with Company Match


• Profit Sharing


• Paid/Sick Time Off


• 8 Paid Holidays


• Short-term Disability & Life Insurance


• Employee assistance Program


• Years of Service Recognition

Part-time employees are eligible for the following benefits:

• 401K with Company Match


• Paid/Sick Time Off


• 8 Paid Holidays


• Years of Service Recognition

How To Apply:
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.

If unable to apply online, please mail completed application to:

4787 Shadow Wood Drive NE, Sauk Rapids, MN 56379.

Qualifications

Behaviors

Team Player - Works well as a member of a group

Motivations

Work-Life Balance - Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work

Education

High School (preferred)

Experience

3-6 months CDL Class A Driving experience (required)

Licenses & Certifications

Driver's License Class A (required)

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.