EARTHWORKS SUPERINTENDENT (SEASONAL)

Knife River - ND; Williston (ND); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Profit Sharing

Job summary

Knife River - ND is seeking a Seasonal Supervisor to oversee grading operations in Williston, North Dakota. You will ensure the safety and efficiency of daily activities, manage a team, and maintain high standards of quality in construction projects.

Qualified candidates should have 5 years of supervisory experience and 2-4 years in a relevant environment. This role offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Over 2 to 4 years of experience in a related environment.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a supervisory role.
• Ability to maintain proper licensure and medical card.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate activities of workers in grading.
• Perform daily equipment inspections to ensure safety.
• Manage construction and maintenance of roads and projects.
• Complete paperwork and approve work hours for the crew.

Skills

Team management

Problem solving

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Safety regulation compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Construction tools

Job description

Good Pay! Good Benefits! Good People! Knife River is a PEOPLE-first company. Our team members are key to our success, and we are committed to giving them the tools, training, and time to do their jobs productively and go home safely each day. Please consider joining our growing team today!

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. 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.

ROLE OVERVIEW

This is a seasonal position, you can use your winters off to travel, hunt, fish or for other activities you enjoy while your benefits continue year round.

Responsible to safely supervise and coordinate activities of workers engaged in grading and efficiently run the gravel/base operations.

DUTIES AND/OR RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Perform daily equipment, walk around, and site inspections to identify and correct any unsafe conditions and keep equipment properly maintained.
2. Safely and properly manage and coordinate activities of projects.
3. Direct construction and maintenance of roads, streets, and projects.
4. Complete quality gravel/base jobs within specifications.
5. Complete necessary paperwork.
6. Approve and submit work hours for crew and pertinent job information daily.
7. Monitor and evaluate daily production and plan/schedule work according to daily evaluations.
8. Communicate effectively (verbal, listening, written) and work with people under high stress situations. Self‑motivated, team‑player with good interpersonal skills; ability to maintain positive customer relations and act courteous/respectful of others.
9. Troubleshoot and problem‑solve situations/problems (material quality, equipment operation/repair, etc.). Monitor and discuss production problems with co‑workers and managers/supervisors.
10. Ensure MSHA, OSHA, EPA, DNR, Lockout/Tagout, and safety and environmental regulation compliance.
11. Work with Human Resource Department on recruiting needs, employee relations issues, training and development of crew members.
12. Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Over 2 years up to and including 4 years from post high school, work, military, institutional or vocational environment.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in product line and supervisory role.
• Ability to provide and maintain proper licensure, medical card and acceptable driving record.

BENEFITS

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short‑term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Years of Service Recognition
• Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees, Spouses, and Dependents
• Critical Illness Plan
• Accident Coverage Plan
• Hospital Indemnity

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

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 laws.

Subject to pre‑employment drug testing and background checks.