Gps​/Finish Blade 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.

• Minimum of 3 years finishing experience.
• Perform daily equipment inspections.
• Previous Top Con GPS automated experience is beneficial.
• Operate blade, excavator, backhoe, dozer, loader, skid steer, and roller.
• Communicate with trucks to efficiently place and finish materials on the jobsite.
• Always work safely and take action to prevent unsafe actions or behaviors.
• Perform other duties as directed by supervisor.

• Experience operating equipment and motor graders on construction sites.
• Knowledge and understanding of grades and elevations.
• Ability to bend, stoop, lift, push, and pull.
• Driver’s license; a CDL is preferred.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check.

• 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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If unable to apply online, please mail completed application to:
Knife River Mountain Region
4800 Wilkie Street
Missoula, MT 59808