Paver Screed Operator

Knife River Corporation; Magna (UT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Knife River Corporation is looking for a skilled equipment operator in Magna, Utah. The ideal candidate should have at least a year of experience in operating screed equipment. Responsibilities include maintaining and operating paving machines while ensuring safety compliance. A high school diploma or GED, along with a valid driver's license, is preferred. The position requires flexibility in shifts and working conditions, along with the ability to perform physical tasks. Knife River values diversity and offers equal opportunity employment.

Qualifications

• One year or more experience operating screed equipment.
• Knowledge of paving operations is essential.
• Valid driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily inspections and maintenance on paving equipment.
• Safely operate and adjust paving machine.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and environmental regulations.

Skills

Equipment operation

Safety compliance

Problem solving

Interpersonal communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Paving machine

Job 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.

Duties and/or Responsibilities:

• Uses safe work procedures that comply with safety policies and regulations (Federal, state, local and company policies).
• Perform daily equipment, walk around and site inspections to identify and correct any unsafe conditions and keep equipment properly maintained.
• Safely and properly perform maintenance on paving machine.
• Safely and properly operate adjusting mechanism of paving machine. Bolts extensions to screed to adjust width as needed.
• Heat screed at beginning of shift.
• Observes distribution of paving material along screed and controls direction of screed.
• Clean screed at end of shift.
• Communicate effectively (verbal, listening, written) and work with difficult 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.
• Troubleshoot and problem solve situations/problems (material quality, equipment operation/repair, etc.). Monitor and discuss production problems with co‑workers and managers/supervisors.
• Ensure OSHA, EPA, DNR, safety and environmental regulation compliance.
• Job requires steady to intermittent and repetitive physical activity including: standing, stooping, kneeling, climbing, walking on uneven ground, lifting, carrying, pushing, shoveling, and raking.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• One year or more experience operating screed equipment.
• Has knowledge of the aspects of paving operations.
• A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is preferred.
• Valid driver's license.
• Must be able to work day shifts and night shifts. Shifts may vary according to project demands.
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions.
• Must be willing to travel if job requires.
• Must pass a pre‑employment drug screen.

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.

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