Rap Crusher Operator/Foreman

Knife River Corporation - Mountain West; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Knife River Corporation - Mountain West is seeking a reliable Rap Crusher Operator/Foreman to lead the maintenance and operation of our portable rap crusher across Idaho. This role requires strong safety focus and the ability to keep the plant running with minimal downtime.

You will set up, operate, and maintain the crusher and conveyors, perform preventive maintenance, and handle basic welding and fabrication as needed. Travel and extended hours may be required to meet project demands.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in crusher/plant operations.
• Experience with excavator and loader equipment required.
• Pre-employment drug screen required.
• Must meet attendance policy and have valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and tear down portable rap crusher daily.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical issues on crusher and conveyors.
• Perform preventative maintenance and component replacements.
• Operate with safety and minimal downtime; travel across Idaho.
• Welding and fabrication as needed.

Skills

Safety awareness

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Effective communication

Education

5+ years of plant/crusher operation experience

Tools

Excavator operator

Loader operator

Crusher/Plant experience

Fabrication basics

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.

We are seeking a reliable and safety-focused Rap Crusher Operator/Foreman to lead the maintenance and operation of our Rap Crusher. This role is responsible for the day to day operations of the crusher as well as maintaining the equipment to keep the plant running safely and efficiently with minimal downtime.

Duties and/or Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the setup, teardown, and day to day operations of our portable rap crusher.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical issues with crusher and supporting conveyor belts.
• Conduct preventative maintenance tasks such as lubrication, belt adjustments, crusher adjustments, and component replacements
• Repair or replace motors, gearboxes, bearings, chains, and other critical components
• Feed crusher with excavator and run loader/dozer as needed
• Perform general welding and fabrication as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Training available

Working in extreme weather conditions should be expected

Willing to work varied and extended hours up to 7 days a week when needed

Travel will be required as the crusher operates throughout Idaho.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Proven work history reflecting a minimum of 5 years of experience
• Must have excavator and loader operator experience
• Experience with Crusher and Asphalt Plants preferred
• Mechanical and fabrication experience preferred
• Must have a current Driver's license
• Must be able to meet company's attendance policy
• 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.

Women, minorities and veterans encouraged to apply.

Valid Driver's License

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