Equipment Operator Grounds Person

Job Duties -----------

Job Duties include but are not limited to the following:

• Perform maintenance repair labor and operate crushing plant in support of crushing operations
• Duties include clean-up oiling lubrication and miscellaneous repairs
• Participate in quality control to meet specifications
• May operate equipment such as a loader or skid steer
• Assure all safety policies and procedures are followed to prevent any and all unsafe actions processes and behaviors observed
• Other duties assigned as needed

Minimum Qualifications ---------------------

Basic knowledge of crusher operation conveyor system and construction equipment Equipment operator skills and experience helpful Need positive attitude and the ability to work well with others and follow directions Ability to work flexible shifts including weekends and overtime Be able to travel if necessary within the Central Oregon area

Upon job offer, you must pass:

• Criminal background check
• Drug screen
• Physical and functional capacities testing

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 or 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 call 541-693-5900 to speak with a human resources representative.

Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background check.

Veterans --------

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 this position.

Some examples of transferable military jobs include:

• Air Force: Pavement and Construction Equipment Journeyman Apprentice or Helper
• Army: General Construction Equipment Operator
• Horizontal Construction Engineer
• Coast Guard: Damage Control
• Navy: Equipment Operator
• Equipment Operator Basic
• Utilities man
• Construction man
• Marines: Basic Engineer
• Construction and Equipment Marine