GPS/FINISH BLADE OPERATOR

Knife River - MT; Kalispell (MT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company paid medical, dental, and vision

401K

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Life Insurance

Short Term Disability

Job summary

A construction company in Kalispell is seeking a skilled operator with a minimum of 3 years finishing experience. Responsibilities include daily equipment inspections and operating machinery like dozers and excavators. Ideal candidates will have a background in motor grader operation, understand grades and elevations, and possess a driver's license, ideally a CDL. The company offers company-paid medical, dental, vision, 401K, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years finishing experience.
• Previous experience in motor grader operation on construction sites.
• Ability to perform physical tasks such as bending, lifting, and pushing.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily equipment inspections.
• Operate various construction machinery.
• Ensure safety on job sites.

Skills

Equipment operation

TopCon GPS automation

Communication with trucks

Job description

Job Summary

Knife River is 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 job productively and go home safely each day. Our goal is to build strong teams that, in turn, build strong communities. Join our growing team today.

Responsibilities

• Minimum of 3 years finishing experience
• Perform daily equipment inspections.
• Previous TopCon GPS automated experience is beneficial.
• Operate blade, excavator, backhoe, dozer, loader skid steer and roller.
• Communicate with trucks to efficiently place and finish materials on jobsite.
• Always work safely and take action to prevent unsafe actions or behaviors.
• Perform other duties as directed by supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

• Previous experience in equipment and motor grader operation on construction sites.
• Knowledge and understanding of grades and elevations.
• Ability to bend, stoop, lift, push and pull.
• Driver's license but a CDL is preferred.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check.

Benefits

• Company paid medical, dental and vision.
• 401K
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability

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.

You may apply online at https://jobs.kniferiver.net

If unable to apply online, please mail completed application to: Knife River Mountain Region, 4800 Wilkie Street, Missoula, MT 59808.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.