Truck Driver - Aggregate

Great Pay! Great Benefits! Strong Teams! Knife River is a PEOPLE-first company. Our teams are the foundation of our success, and we're committed to providing the training, tools and support to do great work and go home safely at the end of each day. Join a team that looks out for one another and supports career growth from day one.

ROLE OVERVIEW:

This position is responsible for operating a straight truck or tractor-trailer equipment and maintaining equipment properly in order to transport material to designated location in a timely manner.

DUTIES AND/OR RESPONSIBILITIES (summary of components that make up the job)

1. Safely deliver materials to contractors.
   


2. Become familiar with our products and provide excellent customer service.
   


3. Complete pre and post trip inspections on equipment.
   


4. Maintain driver’s daily log and legal load limits.
   


5. Complete all paperwork that may be necessary.
   


6. Maintain a clean truck appearance by complying with Knife River’s operational policies, procedures and standards.
   


7. Climbing in and out of truck cab as needed throughout the day.
   


8. Assure all safety policies and procedures are followed to prevent any and all unsafe actions, processes and behaviors observed.
   


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


10. Perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (types and extent of knowledge, skills or abilities an incumbent must possess to complete the job responsibilities satisfactorily)

1. Ability to pass a pre-employment criminal background check, physical/functional exam and drug screen.
   


2. Ability to work flexible shifts which include days, nights, weekends and overtime.
   


3. Display a professional and courteous attitude towards all team members and customers.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (minimum educational, experience, or other relevant job requirements) 

1. One year of DOT truck driving experience is preferred.


2. A CDL Class A (tractor-trailer) or CDL Class B (straight truck) license. 


3. Must have and maintain medical card and acceptable driving record and required endorsements


4. Must be able to read, write, and speak English sufficiently to comply with FMCSA regulations, understand traffic signs, communicate with law enforcement, and complete required records.

VETERANS:

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 Truck Driver position:
Airforce:
Ground Transportation Apprentice
Ground Transportation Journeyman
Army:
Motor Transport Operator
Marines:
Logistics Vehicle System Operator 

BENEFITS:

1. Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance


2. Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts


3. 401(k) with Company Match


4. Profit Sharing


5. Paid Time Off


6. Paid Sick Time 


7. 8 Paid Holidays


8. Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance


9. Short-term Disability


10. Employee Assistance Program


11. Years of Service Recognition


12. Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees, Spouses, and Dependents


13. Critical Illness Plan


14. Accident Coverage Plan


15. Hospital Indemnity

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

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 laws.

Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.

All applications are submitted online. If you are having issues completing the application, please come to the office for assistance.