WATER TRUCK

Good Pay! Good Benefits! Good People! Knife River is a PEOPLE-first company. Our team members are 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. Please consider joining our growing team today!

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. 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

ROLE OVERVIEW:

Knife River has an excellent opportunity for a CDL driver to safely maintain & operate a water truck to transport and spray water on road surfaces at the designated location with the goal of keeping gravel/ clay road surfaces at optimum moisture content.

DUTIES AND/OR RESPONSIBILITIES (summary of components that make up the job)

1. Perform daily equipment, walk around and site inspections to identify and correct any unsafe conditions and keep equipment properly maintained.
2. Accurately record pre & post-trip inspections on daily vehicle inspection form.
3. Safely operate water truck and water pumps.
4. Properly apply water volumes according to road surface.
5. Accurately record gallons of water taken from each source staying in compliance with daily limits.
6. Monitor vehicle performance, fluid levels, and mechanical fitness.
7. Assist construction crews while waiting to apply water.
8. 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.
9. Troubleshoot and problem solve situations (material quality, equipment operation/repair).
10. Monitor and discuss production problems with co-workers and managers/supervisors.
11. Ensure OSHA, EPA,DNR, safety and environmental regulation compliance.
12. Regular and timely attendance is essential to this position.
13. Performs other laboring duties as needed when not operating water truck.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (minimum educational, experience, or other relevant job requirements)

1. Must have a Class B CDL license with Tanker Endorsement and ability to operate standard transmission vehicle.
2. Must be able to pass a pre-employment DOT drug screen, DOT physical, physical performance evaluation.
3. Must provide and maintain proper license and endorsements, must have acceptable driving record.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS (preferred requirements i.e. certifications, software use, etc.)

1. Minimum 1 years' experience within the road construction industry is preferred.
2. Previous experience operating a Water Truck is preferred.

VETERANS:

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 transferrable to our Water Truck position. Veterans are encouraged to apply.

BENEFITS:

1. Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
2. Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
3. 401(k) with Company Match
4. Profit Sharing
5. Paid Time Off
6. Paid Sick Time
7. 8 Paid Holidays
8. Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
9. Short-term Disability
10. Employee Assistance Program
11. Years of Service Recognition
12. Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees, Spouses, and Dependents
13. Critical Illness Plan
14. Accident Coverage Plan
15. Hospital Indemnity

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal laws.

Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.

All applications are submitted online. If you are having issues completing the application, please come to the office for assistance.

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