Asphalt Distributor Operator (Seasonal)

KRC Corporation•Grand Forks, ND

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Knife River is a PEOPLE-first company, committed to providing team members with the tools, training, and time to do their jobs productively and safely. As one of the 10 largest construction materials producers/contractors in the Country and a publicly traded company on the NYSE (KNF), we aim to build strong teams that build strong communities. This is a seasonal position, allowing you to enjoy your winters off while your benefits continue year-round. The Distributor Operator is responsible for safely operating and driving a truck equipped with a tank to spray oil or bituminous emulsions on road surfaces. This role involves performing daily inspections and maintenance on oil trucks, operating the truck's equipment, completing necessary documentation, assisting construction crews, and maintaining inventory. When not operating the distributor, you may assist with paving operations, including asphalt or base hauls, by operating a tandem or tractor-trailer combination or a water truck.

Requirements

Ability to hold and maintain a Class A or B CDL license with tanker endorsement in accordance with all state and federal DOT/FMCSA regulations
Ability to work flexible shifts, including overtime and some Saturdays.

Responsibilities

Perform daily equipment, walk around and site inspections to identify and correct any unsafe conditions and keep equipment properly maintained.
Safely and properly perform maintenance (lubricating, fueling and cleaning) on oil truck.
Safely and properly operates truck equipped with oil or bituminous emulsions.
Connects hose from storage tank to truck tank and moves lever to fill pressure tank with bituminous liquid.
Regulates burner to heat liquid and starts auxiliary pump.
Drives truck at constant speed.
Completes load tickets
Assists construction crews while waiting to unload
Maintains proper information in truck cab pouch
Inventory and order tac
Cleans tac nozzles
Barricades commercial parking lots
Communicate effectively (verbal, listening, written).
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, EPA, DNR, safety and environmental regulation compliance.
Performs other duties as assigned.