Construction Equipment Operator

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:Operate blade, dozer, excavator, and backhoeGrade checking experience preferredMust be willing to do some manual laborObserve hand signals, markings and/or grade stakes while operating equipmentAssure all safety policies and procedures are followed to prevent all unsafe actions, processes and behaviors observedOther duties assigned as neededMinimum Qualifications:Previous experience operating blades, and dozers, preferredClass A CDL in good standing w/ tanker is helpfulKnowledge and understanding of grades, elevations and reading plansAbility to pass a pre-employment criminal background check, physical/functional exam and drug screenAbility to work flexible shifts including days, nights, weekends and overtimeDisplay a professional and courteous attitude towards all team members and customers.Additional InformationBenefits: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 www.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 our Grade Checker.Navy:Advanced Equipment OperatorAir Force:Pavements and Construction Equipment HelperPavements and Construction Equipment ApprenticePavements and Construction Equipment JourneymanPavements and Construction Equipment CraftsmanPavements and Construction EquipmentArmy:Concrete and Asphalt Equipment OperatorCoast Guard:Equipment Operator - ConstructionMarines:Basic Engineer, Construction and Equipment MarineEngineer Equipment Operator