Heavy Equipment Operator/Groundsperson

Job Category :

Equipment Operator Requisition Number :

CRUSH003579

Posting Details Posted:

May 12, 2026 Full-Time On-site Locations

SALEM, OR 97303, USA +6

more locations Job Details Description Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: Safely operate various types of heavy equipment to include front end loaders, dozers, excavator (feeding crushers, loading trucks, and stripping overburden), grader, water truck and pit haul truck). Maintain own equipment Working on portable and stationary rock crushers Assist in the yard with maintenance on crusher as necessary Responsible for seeing that all safety equipment is in place at all times Other misc. duties as directed by supervisor Always work safely and take action to prevent any and all unsafe actions, processes, and behaviors observed

Minimum Qualifications:

Experience in the safe and efficient operation of heavy equipment Basic knowledge of crusher operation, conveyor systems, and maintenance Prefer good mechanical, troubleshooting, and welding/fabrication skills Need positive attitude and the ability to work well with others and follow directions

Benefits:

Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits: Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts 401K with Company Match Profit Sharing 8 Paid Holidays Paid Time Off Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program Safety Incentives Years of Service Recognition How to

Apply:

To be considered for this position, candidates must complete and submit an employment application at jobs.kniferiver.com by the posting deadline noted above. If unable to complete an application online you may print and send completed application to any Knife River NW address or stop in one of our locations to complete an application. 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. If you are an individual with a qualified disability as defined by federal, state, or local law and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application for any reason, please contact your state employment agency or you may call 541-693-5900 to speak with a human resources representative. Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background check.

Veterans:

Put Your Skills to Work with Us! 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 transferable to our Heavy Equipment Operator/Groundsperson position:

Air Force:

Pavement and Construction Equipment Journeyman Pavement and Construction Equipment Apprentice Pavement and Construction Equipment Helper Army:

Construction Equipment Supervisor Motor Transport Operator General Construction Equipment Operator Rough Terrain Forklift & Loader Operator Heavy Construction Equipment Operator Horizontal Construction Engineer Navy:

Equipment Operator Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.