Job Details

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:* Communicate and promote safety compliance and environmental requirements in alignment with company standards* Perform daily inspections of equipment* Perform site inspections to ensure safety* Perform maintenance on equipment as needed* Monitor production* Complete required reports* Communicate effectively to co-workers, management, suppliers and others you come in contact with* Maintain good attendance and safety record and set an example for others to follow* Job requires steady to intermittent and repetitive physical activity including standing, stooping, kneeling, climbing, walking on uneven ground, lifting, carrying, pushing, shoveling, and raking* Performs other duties as assignedMinimum Qualifications:* Mechanical experience around asphalt plants and/or rock crushers and heavy equipment preferred* Must be able to work in all weather conditions* Must be willing to travel if job requires* Must pass a pre-employment drug screen* 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. Shifts may vary according to project demands.Additional Information: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 ProgramHow to Apply:To be considered for this position, candidates must complete and submit an employment application at www.kniferiver.com. If unable to complete an application online you may print and send completed application to:Knife River Corp5450 W Gowen RoadBoise, ID 83709Knife 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 check.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 JourneymanPavement and Construction Equipment ApprenticePavement and Construction Equipment HelperArmy:Construction Equipment SupervisorGeneral Construction Equipment OperatorRough Terrain Forklift & Loader OperatorHeavy Construction Equipment OperatorNavy:Equipment OperatorEquipment Operator BasicAdvanced Equipment OperatorConstructionmanMarines:Basic Engineer, Construction and Equipment MarineMotor Vehicle Operator