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READY MIX DRIVER
Company:	Knife River - Western Oregon Division	Department:	READY MIX
Location:	TANGENT, OR	Hiring Manager:	Jonathan A Story
Closing Date:	12/31/2024 at 11:59pm CDT	Job Type:	Full-Time

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! We are hiring multiple Ready-Mix Concrete Truck Drivers in Tangent, OR! Our drivers are home every night, and we offer competitive wages with a full benefits package. Interested in driving for us but want to learn more? Check out what it's like to drive a ready-mix truck for Knife River - https://vimeo.com/251355417 Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: - Safely drive and deliver ready mix concrete to commercial, construction and residential projects - Complete pre and post trip inspections on truck equipment - Document each delivery and complete all paperwork that may be necessary - Develop product knowledge and understand the importance of quality & service - Wash residual concrete from the truck and maintain a clean appearance by complying with Knife River’s operational policies, procedures and standards - Assure all safety policies and procedures are followed to prevent any and all unsafe actions, processes and behaviors observed - Other duties assigned as needed Compensation: $24.46 - $31.07
Minimum Qualifications:
- Previous truck driving experience (concrete experience preferred, but not required) - Possess and maintain a valid commercial driver’s license, medical card and clean driving record: Class B minimum requirement, Class A preferred - Ability to lift 50 lbs. a number of times a day - Ability to pass a pre-employment criminal background check, physical/functional exam and drug screen - Ability to work flexible shifts, including weekends and overtime - Display a professional and courteous attitude towards all team members and customers
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 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 our Ready-Mix Driver position: Air Force: Pavements and Construction Equipment Helper Pavements and Construction Equipment Apprentice Pavements and Construction Equipment Journeyman Pavements and Construction Equipment Craftsman Army: M48/M60 Tank Driver Armor Reconnaissance Vehicle Driver XM1 Tank Driver Turbine Engine Driven Generator Repairer Marines: Engineer Equipment Operator

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READY MIX DRIVER