Utility Pipe Layer

Knife River Corporation; Kalispell (MT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company paid medical, dental and vision

401K

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Life Insurance

Short Term Disability

Job summary

Knife River Corporation in Kalispell, Montana, is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator. This role involves performing daily equipment inspections, operating heavy machinery, and assisting with the installation of pipes.

The ideal candidate must be flexible to work various shifts and in all weather conditions. Benefits include company-paid medical, dental, and vision, as well as a 401K and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Must be willing to work flexible shifts.
• Valid driver's license required; CDL preferred.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily equipment inspections.
• Operate all heavy equipment.
• Install sanitary sewer, water and stormwater pipes.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Physical stamina

Team collaboration

Job description

Responsibilities

• Perform daily equipment inspections as needed
• Operate all heavy equipment as needed
• Ensure trenching equipment is set correctly and safely climb in and out of trench box
• Correctly install sanitary sewer, water and stormwater pipe at proper specification and assist in manual operations of crew
• Communicate and work with others in a high stress environment
• Job requires steady to intermittent physical activity including standing, stooping, kneeling, climbing, walking on uneven ground, shoveling, and raking
• Perform other duties as directed by supervisor

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be willing to work flexible shifts
• Must be willing to work in all weather conditions
• Valid driver’s license but a CDL is preferred
• Must pass a pre employment drug screening and background check

Benefits

• Company paid medical, dental and vision
• 401K
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability

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.