CRUSHER OPERATOR/ GROUNDSPERSON

Knife River Northwest
life insurance, vision insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k), profit sharing
United States, Oregon, Salem
9710 Wheatland Rd N (Show on map)
Feb 15, 2025
Description 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 jobs 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! Knife River has a Crusher Operator/ Grounds person position open in Salem, OR! - Perform maintenance, repair, labor and operate crushing plant in support of crushing operations - Duties include clean-up, oiling, lubrication and miscellaneous repairs - Participate in quality control to meet specifications - May operate equipment such as a loader or skid steer - Assure all safety policies and procedures are followed to prevent any and all unsafe actions, processes and behaviors observed - Other duties assigned as needed Minimum Qualifications: - Basic knowledge of crusher operation, conveyor system and construction equipment - Equipment operator skills and experience helpful - Need positive attitude and the ability to work well with others and follow directions - Ability to work flexible shifts, including weekends and overtime - Be able to travel with the portable crusher as necessary throughout the Southern and Central Oregon region - Upon job offer, you must pass criminal background check, drug screen, physical and functional capacities testing 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 Program -Safety Incentives -Years of Service Recognition How to Apply: o be considered for this position, candidates must complete and submit an employment application at jobs.kniferiver.com by the posting deadline noted above. If unable to complete an application online you may print and send completed application to any Knife River NW address or stop in one of our locations to complete an application. 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. If you are an individual with a qualified disability as defined by federal, state, or local law and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application for any reason, please contact your state employment agency or you may call 541-693-5900 to speak with a human resources representative. 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 this position: Air Force: Pavement and Construction Equipment Journeyman, Apprentice or Helper Army: General Construction Equipment Operator Horizontal Construction Engineer Coast Guard: Damage Control Navy: Equipment Operator Equipment Operator Basic Utilities man Construction man Marines: Basic Engineer Construction and Equipment Marine Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)