Pipe Crew Operator - Lewiston/Clarkston

Knife River Corporation; Clarkston (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Knife River Corporation in Clarkston is seeking qualified applicants to operate heavy equipment safely. The role requires physical labor, including lifting and equipment operation, and adherence to safety protocols. Ideal candidates must be comfortable working in various weather conditions and flexible shifts.

The position includes responsibilities such as performing daily inspections, troubleshooting equipment issues, and taking direction from supervisors.

Qualifications

• Steady to intermittent physical activity including standing, kneeling, and lifting.
• Willingness to work flexible shifts and travel if required.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions and pass a drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment safely and prevent unsafe actions.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and troubleshoot issues.
• Engage in physical labor such as lifting, loading, and stockpiling.

Job description

Responsibilities

• Operate all heavy equipment safely and take action to prevent any and all unsafe actions or behaviors
• Perform daily equipment inspections
• Use 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 required; CDL preferred
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check

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.