Crusher Operator & Groundman – Safe, Skilled, On-Site Impact

Knife River Northwest; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401K with Company Match

Profit Sharing

8 Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Safety Incentives

Years of Service Recognition

Job summary

Knife River Northwest is seeking a team member to perform maintenance, repair, and operation of the crushing plant to support crushing operations. The role involves cleaning, lubrication, and miscellaneous repairs, while participating in quality control to meet specifications.

You may operate a loader or skid steer and must follow all safety policies to prevent unsafe actions. Applicants should have basic knowledge of crushers and conveyors, with equipment operation experience being helpful.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of crusher operation and conveyor systems
• Equipment operator skills are helpful
• Ability to work flexible shifts, including weekends and overtime
• Be able to travel within Portland/Metro locations
• Pass criminal background check, drug screen, physical and functional capacities testing

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, and operate the crushing plant to support crushing operations
• Clean-up, oiling, lubrication and miscellaneous repairs
• Participate in quality control to meet specifications
• Operate equipment such as a loader or skid steer when needed
• Follow all safety policies and procedures to prevent unsafe actions and behaviors
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Equipment operation

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Shift flexibility

Travel readiness

Tools

Loader

Skid steer

Job description

Knife River Northwest is seeking a team member to perform maintenance, repair, and operation of the crushing plant to support crushing operations. The role involves cleaning, lubrication, and miscellaneous repairs, while participating in quality control to meet specifications.

You may operate a loader or skid steer and must follow all safety policies to prevent unsafe actions. Applicants should have basic knowledge of crushers and conveyors, with equipment operation experience being helpful.