Front End Loader Operator

Knife River is a PEOPLE-first company.
Our team members are the 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.
Our goal is to build strong teams that, in turn, build strong communities.
Join our growing team today! Knife River has an excellent opportunity for an experienced Front End Loader Operator to operate and maintain loader to feed conveyors, hoppers and/or load trucks.
Minimum Qualifications: -Previous experience operating front end loader and maintenance is preferred.
-High school diploma/GED is preferred.
-A valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record is preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: -Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and physical.
-Must meet Knife River-South employment standards with regards to background/MVR checks.
-Must be able to work overtime and be flexible with hours (day time/night time).
-Ability to work outside in all seasons.
-Must have a “safety first” attitude.
Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures is required.
Duties and/or Responsibilities: - Perform daily equipment, walk around and site inspections to identify and correct any unsafe conditions and keep equipment properly maintained.
- Safely and properly operate and perform maintenance on loader, and other equipment.
- Keep concrete plant fed for maximum production.
- Load trucks with road materials up to legal hauling weight limit.
- Maintain smooth, level haul roads.
- Maintain contaminate free aggregate piles.
- Inspect material; check gradation quality, oversize rocks, contaminants.
- Check for spillage on plant floor and clean up daily (assist with shoveling spillage).
- Check for worn out flashing on plant that could lead to spillage.
- Always work safely, following all safety protocol, and take action to prevent any and all unsafe actions, processes, and behaviors.
-May maintain the left over concrete that is dumped out at the plant.
-Communicate effectively (verbal, listening, written) and work with difficult people under high stress situations.
Self-motivated, team-player with good interpersonal skills; ability to maintain positive customer relations and act courteous/respectful of others.
-Troubleshoot and problem solve situations/problems (material quality, equipment operation/repair, etc.
).
Monitor and discuss production problems with co-workers and managers/supervisors.
-Ensure OSHA, MSHA, EPA, DNR, lock out/tag out, safety and environmental regulation compliance.
- Timely and regular attendance is essential.
- Perform other duties, including labor intensive tasks, as assigned.
Physical & Environmental Demands: - Extensive walking on uneven surfaces.
- Lift and carry up to 100 pounds.
- Exposure to dust, fumes, odors.
- Hand eye coordination.
- Exposure to mists, adhesives, acids.
- Frequent and/or extended periods requiring kneeling, bending, and/or twisting.
- Operating equipment at night under artificial lighting.
- Working in all weather conditions for extended period of time.
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 Utility Laborer position: Airforce: Pavement and Construction Equipment Army: Heavy Construction Equipment Operator Quarrying Specialist Marines: Engineer Equipment Operator This open job posting will remain open until 2/29/2024 or until it is filled.
Benefits: * Paid Holidays * Paid Vacation * Medical Plans with generous Employer contributions * Health Savings Account (partially funded by Employer) * Prescription Drug Plans * Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Dependent Care * Dental * Vision * Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance * Company Paid Short Term Disability Income Replacement * Company Paid Long Term Disability Income Replacement * Profit Sharing * 401(k) with Company Match * Voluntary Life, Accident, and Critical Illness plans for Employees, Spouses, and Dependents * Tuition Reimbursement Program* Company Paid Employee Assistance Plan, Travel Insurance, and Access to Legal Advice * Employee Discount Plan for National Vendors * College Scholarship Program for Dependents * Gift Matching Program