Front End Loader Operator

We believe in building strong teams, that in turn, build strong communities.
Knife River is a people-first company.
Everything we do starts with our team.
Our talented women and men build things that last – from roads to bridges to great relationships.
A Front End Loader Operator is needed 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.
-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.
This open job posting will remain open until 12/31/2023 or until it is filled.
Benefits: * Paid Holidays * Paid Vacation * Two Medical Plan Options 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 * Company Paid Employee Assistance Plan, Travel Insurance, and Access to Legal Advice How To Apply 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.
Applicants of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background check.
If unable to apply online, mail completed application to Knife River Corporation South, PO Box 674, Bryan, TX 77806.