Heavy Equipment Operator

Job Summary

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 job 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.

• Perform daily equipment inspections.
• Operate blade, excavator, backhoe, dozer. Loader skid steer and roller
• Use of equipment for back filling, loading, excavating, and stockpiling
• Observe hand signals, markings and/or grade stakes while operating equipment.
• Operate equipment in tight residential and commercial environments.
• Always work safely and take action to prevent unsafe actions or behaviors.
• Must be willing to do physical labor.
• Perform other duties as directed by supervisor.

• Previous experience in equipment operation (3 years) and background in construction.
• Knowledge and understanding of grades and elevations.
• Ability to bend, stoop, lift, push and pull.
• Driver's license but a CDL is preferred.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screening and background.

• Company paid medical, dental and vision.
• 401K
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability

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.

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Knife River Mountain Region
4800 Wilkie Street
Missoula, Mt 59808

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