CRUSHER OPERATOR/GROUNDMAN

Job Duties include but are not limited to the following:Perform maintenance, repair, labor and operate crushing plant in support of crushing operationsDuties include clean-up, oiling, lubrication and miscellaneous repairsParticipate in quality control to meet specificationsMay operate equipment such as a loader or skid steerAssure all safety policies and procedures are followed to prevent any and all unsafe actions, processes and behaviors observedOther duties assigned as neededMinimum Qualifications:Basic knowledge of crusher operation, conveyor system and construction equipmentEquipment operator skills and experience helpfulNeed positive attitude and the ability to work well with others and follow directionsAbility to work flexible shifts, including weekends and overtimeBe able to travel, if necessary, within several Portland / Metro Locations.Upon job offer, you must pass criminal background check, drug screen, physical and functional capacities testingBenefits:Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits:Medical, Dental & Vision InsuranceHealth Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts401K with Company MatchProfit Sharing8 Paid HolidaysPaid Time OffLife InsuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramSafety IncentivesYears of Service RecognitionHow to Apply:To be considered for this position; candidates must complete and submit an employment application at jobs.kniferiver.com by the posting deadline noted above. If unable to complete an application online you may print and send completed application to any Knife River NW address or stop in one of our locations to complete an application.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.If you are an individual with a qualified disability as defined by federal, state, or local law and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application for any reason, please contact your state employment agency or you may call 541-693-5900 to speak with a human resources representative.Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background check.Veterans: Put Your Skills to Work with Us!At Knife River, we are committed to helping our military transition to civilian life. We are constantly looking to add veterans to our workforce and want to make the transition as smooth as possible. There are many jobs within the military that are transferable to this position:Air Force:Pavement and Construction Equipment Journeyman, Apprentice or HelperArmy:General Construction Equipment OperatorHorizontal Construction EngineerCoast Guard:Damage ControlNavy:Equipment OperatorEquipment Operator BasicUtilities manConstruction manMarines:Basic EngineerConstruction and Equipment Marine