Blade Motorgrader Operator
About The Position
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! 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 Blade Motorgrader Operator position: Air Force: Pavement and Construction Equipment Army: Heavy Construction Equipment Operator Quarrying Specialist Concrete and Asphalt Equipment Operator Marines: Engineer Equipment Operator
Requirements
- Must be able to work overtime and be flexible with hours (daytime/nighttime) and weekends.
- Ability to work outside in all seasons.
- Must have a “safety first” attitude. Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures is required.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience operating construction equipment and maintenance is preferred.
- Previous knowledge of earthwork, road and highway construction is preferred.
- High school diploma/GED is preferred.
- A valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record is preferred.
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 blade/motor grader.
- Safely and properly operate blade/motor grader including: regulating height and angle of grader blade, lowering scarifier and loosening packed soil to permit grading and tilting front wheels of grader when making sharp turns. Drives grader in successive passes over working area, observing reference stakes or hand signals of assisting worker, to level surface to specified grade. Feels level and listens to sound of engine to determine depth of cut. May perform fine or rough grading.
- Assist laborer or roller operator with dumping trucks and keeping load counts
- 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.
- Must be able to work independently without supervision.
- 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.
- Timely and regular attendance is essential.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
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
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Company Paid Employee Assistance Plan, Travel Insurance, and Access to Legal Advice
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
