Retail Dump Truck Driver Elk River (Seasonal)

Knife River • Sauk Rapids, MN

285d • $22 - $28

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. As a Dump Truck Driver, you are responsible to operate straight truck and maintain properly to transport material to designated location in a timely manner. This is a seasonal position, you can use your winters off to travel, hunt, fish or for other activities you enjoy while your benefits continue year-round.

Requirements

• General education, grammar and arithmetic, GED or high school diploma or equivalent.
• CDL Class B (straight truck) license.
• Preference given for experience driving a belly dump, flowboy, lowboy, tanker or straight truck.
• Must have and maintain medical card and acceptable driving record and required endorsements.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate Class B truck to transport aggregate to job site often times driving on uneven or unfinished surface.
• Inspect truck for defects before and after trips and submit report indicating truck condition.
• Maintain driver log according to ICC regulations as required.
• May operate loader to load aggregate into truck box.
• Daily maintenance of equipment such as cleaning truck inside and out, greasing, oiling, brakes, lights and any other maintenance instructed to perform.
• Recognize surroundings and practice traffic awareness to maintain a safe environment.
• Assist with plant maintenance, repairs, set up and take downs.
• Tarp load when needed.
• Clean spilled material/buildup off box (spill chutes, belts, side boards, etc.).
• Verify that gates are closed.
• Complete load tickets.
• Assist construction crews while waiting to unload.
• Spread product.
• Maintain proper information in truck cab pouch.
• Report information accurately and completely on daily timecards, truck cab information and other needed paperwork.
• Maintain and support a safe and harassment free work environment.
• Ensure OSHA, DOT, EPA, DNR, MSHA, Federal, State, and Local safety and environmental regulation compliance and attend required training.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal, listening, written).
• Ability to read maps and navigate to new locations.
• Must be self-motivated, team-player with excellent interpersonal skills; ability to maintain positive customer relations and act courteous and respectful toward others.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision and recognize matters needing attention and initiate action on that recognition.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Account
• 401K with Company Match
• Profit Sharing
• Paid/Sick Time Off
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Short-term Disability & Life Insurance
• Employee assistance Program
• Years of Service Recognition

What This Job Offers

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