Heavy Equipment Operator
Sioux City, IA 
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Job Description
Heavy Equipment Operator
Company: Knife River - Midwest Division Department: Construction
Location: Sioux City, IA Hiring Manager: Megan S Dejong
Closing Date: 04/30/2024 at 11:59pm CDT Job Type: Full-Time - Seasonal
Job Summary:
Good Pay! Good Benefits! Good People! At Knife River, we take care of our team because we know it's our people who make us successful. We are one of the 10 largest construction materials producers/contractors in the country, and we are growing! Our team is made up of hard-working people who work safely and deliver high-quality results to our customers - and we are looking for more!

This position is responsible to safely operate equipment (excavator, blade, front-end loader, dozer, motor grader, power broom, roller, etc.) to spread/level dirt/gravel/stone to grade specifications in construction maintenance and earthwork structures such as highways, streets, airports, dikes and temporary roads. Will need to display a professional and courteous attitude with customers and team members.

DUTIES AND/OR RESPONSIBILITIES
1.Perform daily equipment, walk around and site inspections to identify and correct any unsafe conditions and keep equipment properly maintained.
2.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 & act courteous/respectful of others.
3.Troubleshoot and problem solve situations/problems (material quality, equipment operation/repair, etc.). Monitor and discuss production problems with co-workers and managers/supervisors.
4.Ensure OSHA, EPA, DNR, safety and environmental regulation compliance.
5.Performs other duties as assigned.

The typical schedule is Monday - Friday, 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM. Saturday as needed.

This is a seasonal position, you can use your winters off to travel, hunt, fish or for other activities you enjoy while your benefits continue year-round.


Minimum Qualifications:
1.Equipment operation and maintenance.
2.Driver's license preferred.
3.Able and willing to travel and work in Iowa, Nebraska and South Dakota as needed.
How To Apply
If unable to apply online, mail completed application to:2220 Hawkeye Drive, Sioux City, IA 51105.

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 check.

Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected Veteran status.

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Temporary, Full Time
Required Experience
Open
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