CRUSHER OPERATOR/GROUNDMAN

Knife River Northwest; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401K with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Knife River Northwest in Portland, Oregon is seeking a dedicated individual to perform maintenance and operate a crushing plant. The role involves various duties including clean-up, equipment operation, and following strict safety policies. Candidates should have basic knowledge of construction equipment and a positive attitude. Full-time employees enjoy benefits such as medical insurance, 401K match, and paid time off. Flexible shifts may be required, along with passing a background check and drug screen.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of crusher operation, conveyor system, and construction equipment.
• Ability to work flexible shifts, including weekends and overtime.
• Must pass criminal background check, drug screen, and physical tests.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and operate crushing plant.
• Participate in quality control to meet specifications.
• Ensure safety policies are followed.

Skills

Equipment operator skills

Ability to work well with others

Positive attitude

Tools

Construction equipment

Crusher operation knowledge

Job description

Job Duties

• Perform maintenance, repair, labor and operate crushing plant in support of crushing operations
• Duties include clean-up, oiling, lubrication and miscellaneous repairs
• Participate in quality control to meet specifications
• May operate equipment such as a loader or skid steer
• Assure all safety policies and procedures are followed to prevent any and all unsafe actions, processes and behaviors observed
• Other duties assigned as needed

Minimum Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of crusher operation, conveyor system and construction equipment
• Equipment operator skills and experience helpful
• Need positive attitude and the ability to work well with others and follow directions
• Ability to work flexible shifts, including weekends and overtime
• Be able to travel, if necessary, within several Portland / Metro Locations.
• Upon job offer, you must pass criminal background check, drug screen, physical and functional capacities testing

Benefits

Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401K with Company Match
• Profit Sharing
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Safety Incentives
• Years of Service Recognition

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