Ready Mix Driver - Seasonal

Knife River Corporation; Trail (MN); On-site; USD 39,950 - 48,216; Full time

Job summary

Knife River Corporation is hiring a Ready Mix Driver in Minnesota. In this role, you will operate a ready-mix truck to deliver concrete while ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Benefits continue year-round despite the seasonal nature of the job. Candidates must have a CDL Class B license, at least two years of driving experience, and demonstrate excellent customer service. The pay ranges from $29.00 to $35.00 per hour depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Must have a CDL Class B license or higher.
• At least two years of truck-driving experience required.
• Ability to maintain proper licensure and acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Operate a ready-mix truck to load, transport, and unload concrete.
• Perform daily truck inspections and report repairs.
• Communicate effectively with customers on job site.

Skills

Truck driving experience

Traffic awareness

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Self-motivation

Tools

Truck tracking software

Job description

Overview

Good Pay! Good Benefits! Good People! Knife River is a PEOPLE-first company. Our team members are key to our success, and we are committed to giving them the tools, training, and time to do their jobs productively and go home safely each day. This is a seasonal position; although your winters off are yours to use for travel, hunting, fishing, or other activities you enjoy, your benefits continue year‑round.

As a Ready Mix Driver, you will operate a ready‑mix truck to load, transport and unload ready‑mixed concrete at various locations while practicing proper traffic, site and delivery safety procedures. You must display a professional and courteous attitude with customers and team members, provide excellent customer service, and be knowledgeable about material properties.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Perform daily truck inspections and report needed repairs.
2. Daily maintenance of equipment.
3. Drive a truck equipped with an auxiliary concrete mixer to deliver concrete mix to job sites.
4. Recognize surroundings and practice traffic awareness to maintain a safe environment.
5. Clean and maintain the truck.
6. Ensure proper loading and adjusting of ready mix to the proper slump.
7. Make contact with the customer on the job site for unloading instructions and secure signature on the load invoice.
8. Ensure proper use of truck tracking software.
9. Work independently without direct supervision.
10. Report information accurately and completely on daily time cards and other required paperwork.
11. Communicate effectively (verbal, listening, written) and work with people under high‑stress situations. Be self‑motivated, a team‑player with strong interpersonal skills; maintain positive customer relations and act courteous and respectful of others.
12. Maintain proper information in the truck cab and perform daily housekeeping.
13. Ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT, EPA, DNR, MSHA, Federal, State, and Local safety and environmental regulations, including attending required training.
14. Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

1. A CDL Class B license or higher with at least two years of truck‑driving experience.
2. Ability to hold and maintain proper licensure, medical card, and an acceptable driving record.
3. Ability to work flexible shifts, including overtime, possible nights, and some Saturdays.

Compensation

$29.00 – $35.00 per hour, depends on experience.

Equal Opportunity Statements

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.