Seasonal Heavy Equipment Operator: Grading & Paving

Knife River Corporation; Williston (ND); On-site; USD 27,552,000 - 41,328,000; Full time

Job summary

Knife River Corporation in Williston, ND, is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator for grading on a seasonal basis. This on-site role requires operating Dozer, Skidsteer, Excavator, and Loader to support asphalt paving, grading, or aggregate projects.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of heavy equipment experience and a valid driver’s license, with flexibility for overtime, nights, and some Saturdays. Knife River emphasizes safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Ability to hold and maintain a driver’s license in accordance with all state regulations.
• 3-5 years’ experience in heavy equipment maintenance and operation.
• Ability to work flexible shifts, including overtime, possible nights and some Saturdays.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily equipment inspections and site checks to identify unsafe conditions and maintain equipment.
• Lubricate, fuel, and clean equipment, maintaining three points of contact during maintenance.
• Safely operate Dozer, Skidsteer, Excavator, Loader and ensure attachments are lowered when leaving equipment.
• Load trucks with driver in sight and communicate to ensure safe loading procedure.
• Follow safety and environmental regulations (OSHA, MSHA, EPA, DNR) and maintain good customer relations.

Skills

Driver's license

Heavy equipment experience

Shift flexibility

Job description

Knife River Corporation in Williston, ND, is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator for grading on a seasonal basis. This on-site role requires operating Dozer, Skidsteer, Excavator, and Loader to support asphalt paving, grading, or aggregate projects.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of heavy equipment experience and a valid driver’s license, with flexibility for overtime, nights, and some Saturdays. Knife River emphasizes safety and teamwork.