Strongarm Dump Truck Driver

At Knife River we take care of our team because we know its our people who make us successful. We are one of the 10 largest construction materials producerscontractors 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.

We have an excellent opportunity for Strongarm Dump Truck Drivers in our Utah division

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following

Person shall demonstrate the ability to safely and productively perform driving operations using a variety of equipment

Person shall communicate as well as listen effectively

Persons shall be able to establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with all personnel and to perform all duties safely and productively to ensure quality work

Drivers shall have the ability to conduct daily equipment inspections to identify any safety and maintenance issues

Job requires steady intermittent and repetitive physical activity including standing stooping kneeling climbing walking on uneven ground lifting and washing equipment.

Perform daily equipment walk around and site inspections to identify and correct any unsafe conditions and keep equipment properly maintained.

Accurately complete daily vehicle inspection forms.

Perform daily housekeeping on truck.

Safely operate and maintain truck.

Properly load secure & unload material.

Accurately complete load tickets where applicable.

Communicate effectively verbal listening written and work with difficult people under high stress situations. Must learn dumping operator and spotter hand signals for dumping in asphalt pavers and on sub-grade.

Self-motivated team-player with good interpersonal skills ability to maintain positive customer relations and act courteousrespectful of others.

Troubleshoot and problem solve situationsproblems material quality equipment operationrepair etc..

Monitor and discuss production problems with co-workers and managerssupervisors.

Ensure OSHA EPA DNR safety and environmental regulation compliance.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• One or more years experience operating commercial vehicles
• Has knowledge of the aspects of construction operations
• A high school diploma or general education degree GED is preferred but not necessary.
• Valid drivers license and CDL required
• Must be able to workday shifts and night shifts. Shifts may vary according to project demands.
• Must hold a valid Med card.
• Must be able to speak and read and understand English.
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions
• Must be willing to travel if job requires
• Must be able to pass pre-employment drug testing and background checks.

How To Apply

Knife River is an Equal OpportunityAffirmative 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 statefederal law.

If unable to apply online please mail completed application to

Knife River - Utah

7620 West Highway 201

Magna Utah 84044