Pit Loader Operator

Knife River Corporation

Boise (ID)

On-site

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading construction materials company in Boise is seeking a Pit Loader Operator to operate various loaders and manage truck loading operations. This full-time role requires previous loading experience and knowledge of modern technology. The ideal candidate must demonstrate dependability, environmental adaptability, and the capability to work safely and independently in a team-oriented environment. The company values veterans and offers opportunities for military transition into civilian roles.

Qualifications

Previous loader and truck loading experience required.
Knowledge of modern loaders and technology is mandatory.
Ability to work a flexible shift is necessary.
Dependability and safety in work habits are essential.
Environmental adaptability is expected.
Self-motivation and the ability to work independently are needed.
Must be a team player capable of collaboration.

Responsibilities

Operate various sizes of loaders.
Load all kinds of trucks.
Maintain haul roads and berms.
Use scales and other tools to ensure correct loads.
Clean and grease the loader every shift.

Skills

Loader and truck loading experience

Knowledge of modern loaders and technology

Dependability

Ability to work in a safe manner

Environmental adaptability

Self-motivation

Team player

Job description

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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.

Job Summary

Operate various sizes of loaders.
Load all kinds of trucks.
Maintain haul roads and berms.
Use scales and other tools to get loads correct.
Clean and grease the loader every shift.

Minimum Qualifications

Previous loader and truck loading experience.
Knowledge of modern loaders and technology.
Ability to work flexible shift.
Dependability and ability to work in a safe manner.
Environmental adaptability.
Ability to work independently and be self‑motivated.
Team player, able to get along with a diverse group of people working toward a common goal.

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.

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 Pit Loader Operator position.

Veteran Eligibility

Air Force