FOREMAN - GRADING (Seasonal)

Knife River Corporation; Minot (ND); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Knife River Corporation in Minot, North Dakota is seeking a Supervisor for a seasonal position responsible for supervising and coordinating workers in grading operations. The ideal candidate has a minimum of 5 years in the product line and GPS Trimble experience. Responsibilities include daily inspections, mentoring team members, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Candidates should be able to work flexible hours, including overtime and Saturdays. Competitive pay and year-round benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in the product line.
• Ability to hold and maintain a driver’s license in accordance with all state laws.
• Minimum 5 years GPS Trimble experience.
• Ability to work flexible shifts, including overtime and some Saturdays.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily equipment inspections to identify and correct unsafe conditions.
• Supervise and coordinate activities of workers.
• Work with crews and subcontractors to complete projects.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Mentoring

Tools

GPS Trimble

Job description

Overview

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 other activities you enjoy while your benefits continue year round.

This position is responsible for safely supervising and coordinating activities of workers engaged in grading and efficiently running the gravel/base operation; producing quality gravel/base in a timely manner. It requires a professional and courteous attitude with customers and team members.

Duties and 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 supervise and coordinate activities of workers.
3. Work with crews, inspectors, and subcontractors to complete projects.
4. Complete quality gravel/base jobs within specifications.
5. Complete necessary paperwork.
6. Mentor and coach subordinates.
7. Deliver samples to lab.
8. Approve and submit crew work hours and pertinent job information daily.
9. Communicate effectively (verbal, listening, written) and work with people under high‑stress situations. Self‑motivated, team‑player with good interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain positive customer relations and act courteous and respectful of others.
10. Troubleshoot and problem‑solve situations (material quality, equipment operation/repair, etc.). Monitor and discuss production problems with co‑workers and managers/supervisors.
11. Ensure compliance with MSHA, OSHA, EPA, DNR, Lockout/Tagout, safety and environmental regulation compliance.
12. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

1. Ability to hold and maintain a driver’s license in accordance with all state laws.
2. Minimum 5 years experience in product line.
3. Minimum 5 years GPS Trimble experience.
4. Ability to work flexible shifts, including overtime and some Saturdays.

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 law. Subject to pre‑employment drug testing and background checks.

All applications are completed online. If you’re having issues completing the application, you can stop at our office for assistance.