Asphalt Tanker Class A Driver - Central OR

At Knife River, we take care of our team because we know it's our people who make us successful. 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. Please consider joining our growing team today! Responsible for efficient and safe operation of tractor-trailer to safely deliver asphalt cement and burner fuel to customers.

Job Duties:

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 Haul liquid asphalt in a tanker truck as well as crushed rock with a truck and belly dump trailer. Operate water truck at the asphalt plant. Accurately complete load tickets where applicable Communicate effectively (verbal, listening, written) and work with difficult people under high stress situations. Maintain positive customer relations and act courteous/respectful of others. Troubleshoot and problem solve situations/problems (material quality, equipment operation/repair, etc.). Monitor and discuss production problems with co-workers and managers/supervisors. Ensure OSHA, EPA, DNR, safety and environmental regulation compliance. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Safety FIRST mentality. Service focused. Must have valid Class A Commercial Driver License and ability to obtain tanker endorsement. Must Pass Knife River / DOT MVR guidelines.

Additional Information:

Full-time position. Flexible schedule. Able to work over 40 hours per week average. Able to work some nights and weekends Able to work independently. Comfortable working in an outdoors environment for short periods of time. Light mechanical skills preferred. All equipment along with work clothing provided. Travel Required Yes. Minimal over-night stays. Typically, if employee has a breakdown. How 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 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 Loader Operator position:

Air Force:

Pavements and Construction Equipment Helper Pavements and Construction Equipment Journeyman Army:

Concrete and Asphalt Equipment Operator Navy:

Equipment Operator Advanced Equipment Operator Marines:

Equipment Operator