Job Details

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.Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:* Operate all heavy equipment safely and take action to prevent any and all unsafe actions or behaviors* Perform daily equipment inspections* Excavate mainline trenches in and around utilities* Trench and set mainline trench boxes in accordance with OSHA standards* Understand and implement the proper rigging for all materials being lowered into the trench* Job requires steady to intermittent physical activity including standing, stooping kneeling, climbing, walking on uneven ground, shoveling, and raking* Some physical labor is required* Perform other duties as directed by supervisorMinimum Qualifications:* Must be willing to work flexible shifts* Must be willing to work in all weather conditions* Valid driver's license but a CDL is a preferred* Must pass a pre-employment drug screening and background* Ability to communicate and work with others in a high stress environment* Actively implement company & industry safety policies to ensure a consistently safe working environment for employees, owners, and the publicBenefits:* Company paid medical, dental and vision* 401K* Paid Time Off* Holiday Pay* Life Insurance* Short Term DisabilityHow To Apply: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 law.Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.You may apply online at unable to apply online, mail completed application to:4800 Wilkie StreetMissoula, Mt 59808