Gravel Truck Driver - Clarkston/Lewiston

Knife River • Clarkston, WA

199d

About The Position

At Knife River, we take care of our team because we know it's our people who make us successful. We are one of the 10 largest construction materials producers/contractors in the Country, and we are 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 safely each day. Our goal is to build strong teams that, in turn, build strong communities. We are also a publicly traded company on the NYSE with the ticker symbol KNF and part of the S&P MidCap 400 index. We have an excellent opportunity for Gravel Truck Drivers in our Central Idaho Division located in the Lewiston Clarkston Valley!

Requirements

• One or more years' experience operating commercial vehicles
• Knowledge of the aspects of construction operations
• A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is preferred
• Valid driver's license and CDL required
• Must be able to work day shifts and night shifts
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions
• Must be willing to travel if job requires
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate the ability to safely and productively perform driving operations using a variety of equipment
• Communicate as well as listen effectively
• Establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with all personnel
• Perform all duties safely and productively to ensure quality work
• Conduct daily equipment inspections to identify any safety and maintenance issues
• Perform daily equipment, walk around and site inspections to identify and correct any unsafe conditions and keep equipment properly maintained
• Accurately complete daily vehicle inspection forms
• Perform daily housekeeping on truck
• Safely operate and maintain truck
• Properly load, secure & unload material
• Accurately complete load tickets where applicable
• Communicate effectively (verbal, listening, written) and work with difficult people under high stress situations
• 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
• Perform other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Mining (except Oil and Gas)
• Education Level: High school or GED