What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pipe Crew Operator position at Knife River Corporation - Mountain West?
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
- Use of equipment for backfilling, loading, excavating, and stockpiling
- Operate equipment in tight residential and commercial environments
- Must be willing to do physical labor
- Troubleshoot and problem solve situations/problems (equipment operation/repair, etc.). Monitor and discuss production problems with managers/supervisors.
- Timely and regular attendance is an essential requirement
- Perform other duties as directed by supervisor
Minimum Qualifications:
- Job requires steady to intermittent and repetitive physical activity including: standing, stooping, kneeling, climbing, walking on uneven ground, lifting, carrying, pushing, shoveling, and raking.
- Must be willing to work flexible shifts
- Must be willing to travel if job requires
- Must be willing to work in all weather conditions
- Driver's license but a CDL is a preferred
- Must pass a pre-employment drug screening and background
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 Pipe Crew Operator position.
Navy:
- Equipment Operator
- Equipment Operator Basic
Marines:
- Motor Vehicle Operator
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 checks.
If unable to apply online, please mail completed application to:
Knife River Corporation
Box 5568
Bismarck, ND 58506
