Pipe Crew Operator

Knife River Corporation - Mountain West; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Knife River Corporation - Mountain West is seeking an Equipment Operator in Boise, Idaho. You will be responsible for safely operating heavy equipment, conducting daily inspections, and troubleshooting problems. Ideal candidates should have a driver's license, be willing to work flexible hours, and perform physical tasks such as lifting and shoveling. This position emphasizes safety and teamwork in a fast-paced environment. Knife River values veterans and encourages their applications.

Qualifications

• Must have a driver's license; CDL preferred.
• Ability to perform physical labor including lifting, shoveling, and carrying.
• Must be willing to work flexible shifts and travel if required.

Responsibilities

• Operate all heavy equipment safely.
• Perform daily equipment inspections.
• Troubleshoot equipment problems.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Problem-solving

Physical stamina

Job description

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.

Responsibilities

• Operate all heavy equipment safely and take action to prevent any and all unsafe actions or behaviors
• Perform daily equipment inspections
• Use of equipment for backfilling, loading, excavating, and stockpiling
• Operate equipment in tight residential and commercial environments
• Must be willing to do physical labor
• Troubleshoot and problem solve situations/problems (equipment operation/repair, etc.). Monitor and discuss production problems with managers/supervisors.
• Timely and regular attendance is an essential requirement
• Perform other duties as directed by supervisor

Minimum Qualifications

• Job requires steady to intermittent and repetitive physical activity including: standing, stooping, kneeling, climbing, walking on uneven ground, lifting, carrying, pushing, shoveling, and raking.
• Must be willing to work flexible shifts
• Must be willing to travel if job requires
• Must be willing to work in all weather conditions
• Driver's license but a CDL is a preferred
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screening and background

At Knife River, we are committed to helping our military transition to civilian life. We are constantly looking to add veterans to our workforce and want to make the transition as smooth as possible. There are many jobs within the military that are transferable to our Pipe Crew Operator position.

Veteran Equivalents

Navy:

• Equipment Operator
• Equipment Operator Basic

Marines:

• Motor Vehicle Operator

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.

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.