TRUCK DRIVER - AGGREGATE (SEASONAL)

Knife River Corporation; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 27,552,000 - 38,572,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

8 Paid Holidays

Short‑term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Knife River Corporation is seeking a seasonal CDL driver in Grand Forks, ND. Safely operate Class A/B trucks to haul asphalt or aggregate, inspect vehicles, and maintain logs while ensuring compliance with regulations.

The role supports plant operations and may require overtime or weekend shifts. This is a seasonal position with year‑round benefits; winters off can be used for travel or personal activities, while benefits continue.

Qualifications

• CDL Class A (tractor‑trailer) or CDL Class B (straight truck) license is required.
• Must have a medical card and acceptable driving record with required endorsements.
• Ability to work flexible shifts, including overtime, possible nights, and some Saturdays.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a Class A or B truck to transport asphalt or aggregate to job sites, often on uneven surfaces.
• Inspect the truck for defects before and after trips and submit a report on truck condition.
• Maintain a driver log according to ICC regulations as required.
• Operate a loader to load aggregate into the truck box when needed.
• Perform daily maintenance of equipment such as cleaning, greasing, oiling, and checking brakes and lights.
• Recognize surroundings and maintain traffic awareness for a safe environment.
• Assist with plant maintenance, repairs, setup, and takedowns.
• Tarp loads when necessary.
• Clean spilled material from the box and surrounding areas.
• Complete load tickets and assist construction crews while waiting to unload.
• Spread product and maintain accurate information in the truck cab pouch.
• Report information on daily timecards and paperwork; ensure compliance with MSHA, OSHA, EPA, DNR safety and environmental regulations.

Skills

Safety awareness

Valid driver record

Job description

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. Please consider joining our growing team today!

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 a publicly traded company on the NYSE under the ticker KNF. Our goal is to build strong teams that, in turn, build strong communities.

ROLE OVERVIEW

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

DUTIES AND/OR RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Safely operate a Class A or B truck to transport asphalt or aggregate to job sites, often driving on uneven or unfinished surfaces.
2. Inspect the truck for defects before and after trips, submitting a report indicating truck condition.
3. Maintain a driver log according to ICC regulations as required.
4. Operate a loader to load aggregate into the truck box when needed.
5. Perform daily maintenance of equipment such as cleaning the truck inside and out, greasing, oiling, checking brakes, lights, and other instructed maintenance.
6. Recognize surroundings and practice traffic awareness to maintain a safe environment.
7. Assist with plant maintenance, repairs, setup, and takedowns.
8. Tarp loads when necessary.
9. Clean spilled material or buildup off the box (spill chutes, belts, sideboards, etc.).
10. Verify that gates are closed.
11. Complete load tickets.
12. Assist construction crews while waiting to unload.
13. Spread product.
14. Maintain proper information in the truck cab pouch.
15. Report information accurately and completely on daily timecards, truck cab information, and other required paperwork.
16. Ensure compliance with MSHA, OSHA, EPA, DNR, safety, and environmental regulations.
17. Always work safely and take action to prevent unsafe actions, processes, and behaviors.
18. Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

1. CDL Class A (tractor‑trailer) or CDL Class B (straight truck) license. Preference given to experience driving a belly dump, low‑boy, tanker, or straight truck.
2. Must have and maintain a medical card and acceptable driving record with required endorsements.
3. Ability to work flexible shifts, including overtime, possible nights, and some Saturdays.

BENEFITS

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Company‑Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short‑term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Years of Service Recognition
• Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees, Spouses, and Dependents
• Critical Illness Plan
• Accident Coverage Plan
• Hospital Indemnity

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

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.

All applications are completed online. If you’re having issues completing the application, you can stop at our office for assistance.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the “Know Your Rights” notice from the Department of Labor.