Good pay! Good benefits! Good people! 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’re growing! We are adding people to our team every day and are looking to hire experienced grade/pipe crew equipment operators for our upcoming season. We are looking for people who are committed to working safely and to delivering high-quality results for our customers.

We have an excellent opportunity for EXPERIENCED Grade/Pipe Crew Equipment Operators in the Coeur d’Alene and North Idaho areas.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

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 that the 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 ones 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

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

A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is 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

How To Apply

NO PHONE CALLS

To be considered for this position, candidates must complete and submit an employment application at www.kniferiver.com by the posting deadline noted above. If unable to complete an application online you may print and send completed application to:

Knife River Central Idaho Division
2651 Wilma Road
Clarkston, WA 99403

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.

Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background check.