Rap Crusher Operator/Foreman

Knife River - MT; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Knife River seeks a reliable and safety-focused Rap Crusher Operator/Foreman to manage the portable rap crusher and oversee daily operations across Idaho.

You will perform maintenance, troubleshoot mechanical issues, and coordinate with loaders and excavators to keep the plant running safely with minimal downtime. Travel across Idaho is required.

Applicants should have at least 5 years of related experience, a valid driver's license, and the ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of related work experience in heavy construction or quarry settings.
• Experience operating excavators and loaders is required.
• Mechanical troubleshooting and basic fabrication skills preferred.
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass drug screening.
• Willingness to work extended hours and travel across Idaho.

Responsibilities

• Setup, teardown, and day-to-day operation of the portable rap crusher.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical issues with crusher and belts.
• Perform preventative maintenance: lubrication, adjustments, replacements.
• Repair or replace motors, gearboxes, bearings, chains, and components.
• Coordinate feeding with excavator/loader and perform welding as needed.
• Maintain safety standards and follow attendance policy.

Skills

excavator operator

loader operator

mechanical troubleshooting

welding & fabrication

safety conscious

Education

5+ years field experience

Valid driver's license

Tools

Crusher operation

Conveyor maintenance

Heavy equipment fundamentals

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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