Equipment Operator - Seasonal

KRC Corporation•Bismarck, ND

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Knife River is a PEOPLE-first company and one of the 10 largest construction materials producers/contractors in the Country. This is a seasonal position, allowing for winters off while benefits continue year-round. The company is looking for a Crusher Operator to safely operate machines that convey, wash, crush & screen aggregate to produce quality sand & gravel at maximum production levels. The role requires a professional and courteous attitude towards customers and team members. The operator may also operate a loader to feed conveyors or load trucks. The wage range is $24-$28 per hour depending on experience.

Requirements

Ability to hold and maintain a driver’s license in accordance with all state regulations
Knowledge of or past experience in equipment maintenance and operation
Ability to work flexible shifts, including overtime, possible nights 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 loader, crusher, screen and/or wash plant – including screen changes, manganese and routine maintenance.
Safely and properly operate loader, dozer, and crusher, screen or wash plant.
May be required to operate additional company vehicle during crusher tear down, moves and set up.
Identify appropriate material to produce quality aggregate material per job specifications.
Communicate with quality control personnel and make required adjustments to material blends.
Shovel excess material away from crusher, screen or wash plant unit as needed.
May conduct quality control sample testing.
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.
Proven experience handling multiple projects and priorities while maintaining tight deadlines; highly organized with attention to detail.
Accurately complete crushing reports and other documentation as needed.
Ensure MSHA, EPA, DNR, safety and environmental regulation compliance.
Operate skidster to clean up around equipment.
Performs other duties as assigned.