Retail Dump Truck Driver - Elk River (Seasonal)

Knife River Corporation; Sauk Rapids (MN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Dump Truck Driver to join their team. This seasonal position offers the opportunity to operate a Class B truck while enjoying benefits year-round. You'll play a crucial role in transporting materials safely to job sites and ensuring equipment maintenance. With a commitment to safety and effective communication, you'll contribute to building strong communities. If you're a self-motivated team player looking for a rewarding role with excellent benefits, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401K with Company Match

Profit Sharing

Paid/Sick Time Off

8 Paid Holidays

Short-term Disability & Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Years of Service Recognition

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid CDL Class B license.
• Ability to navigate using maps and maintain a safe work environment.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a Class B truck to transport materials.
• Perform daily maintenance and inspections on equipment.

Skills

Class B Truck Operation

Traffic Awareness

Effective Communication

Self-Motivation

Education

GED or High School Diploma

Tools

Loader

Job description

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.

As a Dump Truck Driver, you are responsible to operate straight truck and maintain properly to transport material to designated location in a timely manner

This is a seasonal position, you can use your winters off to travel, hunt, fish or for other activities you enjoy while your benefits continue year-round.

Salary range: $22.00 - $28.00 per hour

Hours per week: 40+

Duties and/or Responsibilities:

• Safely operate Class B truck to transport aggregate to job site often times driving on uneven or unfinished surface.


• Inspects truck for defects before and after trips and submits report indicating truck condition. Maintains driver log according to ICC
  regulations as required.


• May operate loader to load aggregate into truck box


• Daily maintenance of equipment such as cleaning truck inside and out, greasing, oiling, brakes, lights and any other maintenance
  instructed to perform.


• Recognize surroundings and practice traffic awareness to maintain a safe environment .


• Assist with plant maintenance, repairs, set up and take downs.


• Tarp load when needed


• Clean spilled material/buildup off box (spill chutes, belts, side boards, etc.)


• Verify that gates are closed


• Complete load tickets


• Assist construction crews while waiting to unload


• Spread product


• Maintain proper information in truck cab pouch


• Report information accurately and completely on daily timecards, truck cab information and other needed paperwork.


• Maintain and support a safe and harassment free work environment.


• Ensure OSHA, DOT, EPA, DNR, MSHA, Federal, State, and Local safety and environmental regulation compliance and attend
  required training.


• Performs other duties as assigned.


• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal, listening, written).


• Ability to read maps and navigate to new locations.


• Must be self-motivated, team-player with excellent interpersonal skills; ability to maintain positive customer relations and act
  courteous and respectful toward others.


• Ability to work with minimum supervision and recognize matters needing attention and initiate action on that recognition.

Minimum Qualifications:

• General education, grammar and arithmetic, GED or high school diploma or equivalent


• CDL Class B (straight truck) license. Preference given for experience driving a belly dump, flowboy, lowboy, tanker or straight
  truck.


• Must have and maintain medical card and acceptable driving record and required endorsements.

Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance


• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Account


• 401K with Company Match


• Profit Sharing


• Paid/Sick Time Off


• 8 Paid Holidays


• Short-term Disability & Life Insurance


• Employee assistance Program


• Years of Service Recognition

Part-time employees are eligible for the following benefits:

• 401K with Company Match


• Paid/Sick Time Off


• 8 Paid Holidays


• Years of Service Recognition

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.

If unable to apply online, please mail completed application to:

4787 Shadow Wood Drive NE, Sauk Rapids, MN 56379.

Qualifications

Licenses & Certifications

Driver's License Class B (preferred)
Driver's License Class A (preferred)

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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