Dump Truck Driver (Seasonal)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Dump Truck Driver to join their team. In this role, you will be responsible for safely operating a Class A or B truck to transport asphalt or aggregate to job sites. The company values its employees and offers a supportive environment with opportunities for growth. You will also play a vital role in maintaining equipment and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. If you are a motivated individual with a strong work ethic and excellent interpersonal skills, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K with Company Match

Profit Sharing

Paid/Sick Time Off

8 Paid Holidays

Short-term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Must have a valid CDL Class A or B license.
• Ability to communicate effectively and navigate using maps.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate and maintain a dump truck for material transport.
• Inspect truck and maintain logs according to regulations.
• Assist with plant maintenance and ensure safety compliance.

Skills

Class A or B CDL License

Effective Communication

Traffic Awareness

Self-Motivation

Interpersonal Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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 Dump Truck Driver, you are responsible to operate straight truck and maintain properly to transport material to designated location in a timely manner.

Salary range: $25.00 - $26.50

Hours per week: 40+

Duties and/or Responsibilities:

• Safely operate Class A or B truck to transport asphalt or aggregate to job site often times driving on uneven or unfinished surface.


• Inspects truck for defects before and after trips and submits report indicating truck condition. Maintains driver log according to ICC regulations as required.


• May operate loader to load aggregate into truck box


• Daily maintenance of equipment such as cleaning truck inside and out, greasing, oiling, brakes, lights and any other maintenance instructed to perform.


• Recognize surroundings and practice traffic awareness to maintain a safe environment.


• Assist with plant maintenance, repairs, set up and take downs.


• Tarp load when needed


• Clean spilled material/buildup off box (spill chutes, belts, side boards, etc.)


• Verify that gates are closed


• Complete load tickets


• Assist construction crews while waiting to unload


• Spread product


• Maintain proper information in truck cab pouch


• Report information accurately and completely on daily time cards, 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


• CDL Class A (tractor-trailer) or CDL Class B (straight truck) 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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