Grade Checker

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Dig, spread, and level material using hand tools
• Lift and carry tools and supplies
• Operate pickup machine and direct dumping of the trucks
• Assure all safety policies and procedures are followed to prevent, and all unsafe actions, processes and behaviors observed
• Other duties assigned as needed

Minimum Qualifications:

• General knowledge of all types of construction.
• Knowledge of grade checking is a plus
• Ability to bend, stoop, lift, push and be on your feet for long periods of time in all weather conditions
• Ability to pass a pre-employment criminal background check, and physical/ functional exam and a drug screen
• Display a professional and courteous attitude towards team members and customers
• Ability to travel to different job sites
• Class A CDL in good standing w/ tanker is helpful

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 Program
• Safety Incentives
• Years of Service Recognition

How to Apply:

To be considered for this position, candidates must complete and submit an employment application at www.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 our Grade Checker.

Navy:

Advanced Equipment Operator

Air Force:

Pavements and Construction Equipment Helper

Pavements and Construction Equipment Apprentice

Pavements and Construction Equipment Journeyman

Pavements and Construction Equipment Craftsman

Pavements and Construction Equipment

Army:

Concrete and Asphalt Equipment Operator

Coast Guard:

Equipment Operator - Construction

Marines:

Basic Engineer, Construction and Equipment Marine

Engineer Equipment Operator