Tractor Trailer End Dump Driver - (Seasonal)

KRC Corporation•Baxter, MN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Knife River is a PEOPLE-first company that is one of the 10 largest construction materials producers/contractors in the Country. Our goal is to build strong teams that, in turn, build strong communities. We are a publicly traded company on the NYSE with the ticker symbol KNF and part of the S&P MidCap 400 index. This is a seasonal role, with the season typically running from April through November, potentially extending into December, offering winters off while retaining benefits year-round. The Tractor Trailer Driver is responsible for operating and maintaining an End dump truck to transport materials to designated locations in a timely manner.

Requirements

Ability to read maps and navigate to new locations.
Ability to work with minimum supervision and recognize matters needing attention and initiate action.
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.
General education, grammar and arithmetic, GED or high school diploma or equivalent.
A CDL Class A (tractor-trailer).
Must have and maintain medical card and acceptable driving record and required endorsements.

Nice To Haves

Experience driving a belly dump, flow boy, lowboy, tanker, or straight truck.

Responsibilities

Safely operate Class A truck to transport asphalt or aggregate to job site, often driving on uneven or unfinished surfaces.
Inspect trucks for defects before and after trips and submit reports.
Maintain driver log according to ICC regulations as required.
May operate a loader to load aggregate into the truck box (Loader and MSHA Training/Facial Mask Fit Required).
Perform daily maintenance of equipment, including cleaning, greasing, oiling, checking brakes and lights, and any other instructed maintenance.
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 the box (spill chutes, belts, side boards).
Verify that gates are closed.
Complete load tickets.
Assist construction crews while waiting to unload.
Spread product.
Maintain proper information in the truck cab.
Report information accurately and completely on daily timecards, truck cab information, and other needed documents.
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.
Always work safely and take action to prevent all unsafe actions, processes, and behaviors.
Perform other duties as assigned.