Job Summary :
This is an entry level position.
Knife River is 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 go home safely each day.
Our goal is to build strong teams that, in turn, build strong communities. Join our growing team today!
Knife River has an immediate opening for an Asphalt Plant Laborer in the Willamette Valley!
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following :
- Maintain, repair, labor and operate equipment in support of asphalt production facilities
- Oiling, lubrication, housekeeping and loading of asphalt into trucks
- Must always work safely and take action to prevent any and all unsafe actions, processes and behaviors
- Will run equipment such as loaders, skid steers, forklifts and man lifts
- Other misc. duties directed by supervisor
Compensation :
$ to $ Minimum Qualifications : - Basic knowledge of construction equipment and a good mechanical background to include fabrication skills
- Need a positive attitude with the ability to work well with others and follow directions
- Must have a valid driver’s license and / or the ability to travel to various asphalt plant locations
- Must be willing to work overtime, nights and weekends 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 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 Asphalt Plant Laborer position :
Air Force :
Pavement and Construction Equipment Journeyman
Pavement and Construction Equipment Apprentice
Pavement and Construction Equipment Helper
Army :
Construction Equipment Supervisor
General Construction Equipment Operator
Rough Terrain Forklift & Loader Operator
Heavy Construction Equipment Operator
Navy : Equipment Operator
Equipment Operator
Equipment Operator Basic
Advanced Equipment Operator
Constructionman
Marines :
Basic Engineer, Construction and Equipment Marine
Motor Vehicle Operator