GENERAL LABORERS

Knife River Corporation; Magna (UT); On-site; USD 18,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Knife River Corporation in Utah is seeking General Laborers for the 2026 construction season, starting Spring 2026. You will assist with various site tasks, follow safety policies, and help prepare grade stakes.

The role requires the ability to operate basic tools, assist with cement finishing, flagging, and coordinating with heavy equipment operators. Candidates should have reliable attendance and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• 1–3 months verifiable construction experience preferred.
• Must possess a valid class C state driver's license.
• Regular attendance required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with various construction site tasks and follow safety policies.
• Signal operators of construction equipment to assist with alignment and movement.
• Finish freshly poured cement or concrete using float, trowel or screed.
• Level earth using a pick or shovel.
• May operate small equipment including bobcat, tractor, or roller.
• Establish and maintain positive working relationships with all personnel.

Skills

Detail Oriented

Team Player

Job description

We are seeking dedicated and hard-working General Laborers to join our team for the 2026 Construction season. The ideal candidate will be responsible for assisting with various tasks at construction sites. Start of work will be Spring 2026.

• Persons shall be able to work safely and follow all company policies.
• Measures distance from grade stakes, drives stakes & stretches tight line.
• Uses various power and hand tools. Bolts, nails, aligns and blocks up under forms.
• Signals operators of construction equipment to facilitate alignment, movement and adjustment of machinery to conform to grade specifications.
• Levels earth using pick or shovel.
• Performs flagging duties as needed.
• May operate small equipment including bobcat, tractor, or roller or move from one site to another.
• Finishes freshly poured cement or concrete using float, trowel or screed.
• Persons shall be able to establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with all personnel and to perform all duties safely and productively to ensure quality work.

Minimum Qualifications

• 1-3 months verifiable experience preferred.
• Must possess a valid class C state driver's license and have an acceptable driving record, per Knife River Fleet policy.
• Regular attendance required.

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.

Knife River Utah offers a 401(k) as well as medical, dental and vision benefits for employees and their dependents. Paid Holidays after 30 days and Paid time off (PTO) offered after 90 days successful employment.

We are a drug free work environment requiring pre-employment and random drug testing. Subject to background check.

Qualifications

Behaviors

Detail Oriented - Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Team Player - Works well as a member of a group

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