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Asphalt Plant Groundsperson
Company:	Knife River - Midwest Division	Department:	Construction
Location:	Sioux City, IA	Hiring Manager:	Megan S Dejong
Closing Date:	09/30/2024 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 starts at $24.15/hour and up depending on experience. Role Overview: This position is responsible to complete various laborer and small equipment operation tasks to produce quality asphalt paving projects. This is a seasonal position that typically works April – November depending on the schedule with a winter lay-off. 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. DUTIES AND/OR RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Uses safe work procedures that comply with safety policies and regulations. (Federal, state, local and company policies.) 2. Signals operators of construction equipment to facilitate alignment, movement, and adjustment of machinery. 3. Levels earth using pick or shovel (Aggregate or asphalt) 4. May operate small powered hand tools 5. May operate small equipment including bobcat, tractor, or roller or move from one site to another. 6. Safely and properly perform maintenance (lubricating, fueling and cleaning) and operate small equipment, such as bobcat, tractor, jackhammer, pickup truck and air compressor. 7. Shovel excess material away from asphalt plant and conveyors as needed. 8. Hook up and un-hook small trailer to pick-up 9. Able to operate skidsteer for cleanup of materials 10. Unload oil trucks into proper tanks 11. Monitor oil levels of all AC tanks 12. Monitor belt tension and belt wear 13. Monitor and troubleshoot all aspects of the asphalt plant 14. Communicate effectively (verbal, listening, written) and work with people under high stress situations. Self-motivated, team-player with good interpersonal skills; ability to maintain positive customer relations & act courteous/respectful of others. Monitor and discuss production problems with co-workers and managers/supervisors. 15. Ensure OSHA, safety and environmental regulation compliance. 16. Performs other duties as assigned. The typical schedule is Monday - Friday 6:00 AM - 5:00 PM with Saturday as needed
Minimum Qualifications:
1. Equipment maintenance & operation, preferred 2. Driver’s License, preferred
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.

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Asphalt Plant Groundsperson