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Grade Equipment Operator - Clarkston/Lewiston

Knife River Corporation, Clarkston, WA, United States


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.

We have an excellent opportunity for EXPERIENCED Grade Equipment Operators in our Central Idaho Division location, and we encourage applicants in the Lewiston Clarkston Valley and North Idaho to apply!

Responsibilities

Operate all heavy equipment in a safe and appropriate manner

Perform daily maintenance and safety checks of equipment

Safely and properly perform maintenance (lubricating, fueling and cleaning) on equipment

Maneuver heavy equipment into loading or unloading positions, following signals from loading crew as needed; check vehicle position is correct and any special loading equipment is properly positioned

Use various pieces of equipment to perform backfilling, loading, excavating and stockpiling

Operate equipment while maintaining proper awareness of one's surroundings

Troubleshoot and problem solve situations/problems (equipment operation/repair, etc.). Monitor and discuss production problems with managers/supervisors

Ensure MSHA, OSHA, EPA, DNR, safety and environmental regulation compliance

Perform other related duties as required

Timely and regular attendance is an essential requirement

Physical Requirements

Job requires steady to intermittent and repetitive physical activity including: standing, stooping, kneeling, climbing, walking on uneven ground, lifting, carrying, pushing, shoveling, and raking

Minimum Qualifications

Have verifiable experience as an equipment operator

High school diploma or GED preferred

Valid driver's license

Must be able to work day shifts and night shifts. Shifts may vary according to project demands

Must be able to work in all weather conditions

Must be willing to travel if job requires

Must pass a pre‑employment drug screen

Equal Opportunity Statement
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.

Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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, review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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