Asphalt Distributor Operator (Seasonal)

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:

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.

The Distributor Operator will be responsible for loading hauling and spraying bituminous emulsions and liquid A/C on various paving and construction projects. This role will be in charge of ensuring oil is heated to proper temperature and is circulated as well as identifying any potential safety hazards. When not operating, you may assist with paving operations including asphalt or base hauls while operating a tandem or tractor-trailer combination or water truck. This position will travel up to a 150-mile radius of Sioux City, IA.

Typical schedule is Monday - Friday 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM. Saturday as needed.

Starting wage is $23.05 and up depending on experience.

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. Safely and properly perform maintenance (lubricating, fueling and cleaning) on truck.\
3. Safely and properly operates truck to spray oil or bituminous emulsions on road surfaces and ensure proper distribution.
4. Safely load hot oil into tank truck for distribution and maintain the proper temperature of the material and start auxiliary pump.
5. Cleans tac nozzles.
6. Maintains proper information in truck cab pouch.
7. Ensure MSHA, OSHA, EPA, DNR, safety and environmental regulation compliance.
8. Always work safely and take action to prevent any and all unsafe actions, processes, and behaviors.
9. Perform other duties as assigned.

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

As a successful Distributor Operator, you will have:

1. A high school diploma or equivalent GED is required or 1 year of previous experience
2. Class A Commercial Driver’s License with tanker endorsement.
3. Ability to hold and maintain proper licensure and acceptable driving record.
4. Ability to work flexible shifts, including overtime, possible nights and some Saturdays.

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. 8 Paid Holidays
7. Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
8. Short-term Disability
9. Employee Assistance Program
10. Years of Service Recognition
11. Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees, Spouses, and Dependents
12. Critical Illness Plan
13. Accident Coverage Plan
14. 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 law.

Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.

**All applications are completed online.  If you’re having issues completing the application, you can stop at our office for assistance.**