Paver Screed Operator

At Knife River we take care of our team because we know its our people who make us successful. We are one of the 10 largest construction materials producers/contractors in the Country and we are 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 jobs productively and safely each day. Our goal is to build strong teams that in turn build strong communities. We are also a publicly traded company on the NYSE with the ticker symbol KNF and part of the S&P MidCap 400 index.

Duties and/or Responsibilities:

• Uses safe work procedures that comply with safety policies and regulations. (Federal state local and company policies).
  
• Perform daily equipment walk around and site inspections to identify and correct any unsafe conditions and keep equipment properly maintained.
  
• Safely and properly perform maintenance on paving machine.
  
• Safely and properly operate adjusting mechanism of paving machine. Bolts extensions to screed to adjust width as needed.
  
• Heat screed at beginning of shift.
  
• Observes distribution of paving material along screed and controls direction of screed.
  
• Clean screed at end of shift.
  
• Communicate effectively (verbal listening written) and work with difficult people under high stress situations. Self-motivated team-player with good interpersonal skills; ability to maintain positive customer relations and act courteous/respectful of others.
  
• Troubleshoot and problem solve situations/problems (material quality equipment operation/repair etc.). Monitor and discuss production problems with co-workers and managers/supervisors.
  
• Ensure OSHA EPA DNR safety and environmental regulation compliance.
  
• 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 assigned.
  

Minimum Qualifications:

• One year or more experience operating screed equipment
  -Has knowledge of the aspects of paving operations
  -A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is preferred

  -Valid drivers 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:
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.

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 Screed Operator position:

Air Force:

• Pavement and Construction Equipment Journeyman
• Pavement and Construction Equipment Apprentice
• Pavement and Construction Equipment Helper

Army:

• General Construction Equipment Operator
• Rough Terrain Forklift and Loader Operator
• Heavy Construction Equipment Operator
• Horizontal Construction Engineer

Navy:

• Equipment Operator
• Equipment Operator Basic
• Advanced Equipment Operator

Marines:

• Motor Vehicle Operator

NO PHONE CALLS - To be considered for this position candidates must complete and submit an employment application at by the posting deadline noted above. If unable to complete an application online you may print and send completed application to:

Knife River Corp

5450 W Gowen Rd

Boise ID 83709

Required Experience:

IC