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WATER TRUCK DRIVER - CDL Tanker Endorsed


Company: Knife River - Texas Division Department: Construction
Location: Corsicanna, TX Hiring Manager: Cody R Welch
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!

Knife River has an excellent opportunity for a CDL driver to safely maintain & operate a water truck to transport and spray water on road surfaces at the designated location with the goal of keeping gravel/ clay road surfaces at optimum moisture content.
Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
-Must have a Class B CDL license with Tanker Endorsement and ability to operate standard transmission vehicle.
-Minimum 1 years’ experience within the road construction industry is preferred.
-Previous experience operating a Water Truck is preferred.
-Must be able to pass a pre-employment DOT drug screen, DOT physical, physical performance evaluation.
-Must provide and maintain proper license and endorsements, must have acceptable driving record.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
1. Perform daily equipment, walk around and site inspections to identify and correct any unsafe conditions and keep equipment properly maintained.
2. Accurately record pre & post-trip inspections on daily vehicle inspection form.
3. Safely operate water truck and water pumps.
4. Properly apply water volumes according to road surface.
5. Accurately record gallons of water taken from each source staying in compliance with daily limits.
6. Monitor vehicle performance, fluid levels, and mechanical fitness.
7. Assist construction crews while waiting to apply water.
8. 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 and act courteous/respectful of others.
9. Troubleshoot and problem solve situations (material quality, equipment operation/repair).
10. Monitor and discuss production problems with co-workers and managers/supervisors.
11. Ensure OSHA, EPA,DNR, safety and environmental regulation compliance.
12. Regular and timely attendance is essential to this position.
13. Performs other laboring duties as needed when not operating water truck.


BENEFITS
* Paid Company Holidays * PTO * Two Medical Plans with GENEROUS Employer contributions * Health Savings Account, partially funded by Company* Prescription Card * Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Dependent Care * Dental * Vision * Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance * Company Paid Short Term Disability Income Replacement * Company Paid Long Term Disability Income Replacement * Profit Sharing * 401(k) with Company Match * Voluntary Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity for Employees, Spouses, and Dependents * Company Paid Employee Assistance Plan, Travel Insurance, Access to Legal Advice * Employee Discount Plan for National Vendors * College Scholarship Program for Dependents * Gift Matching Program

How To Apply:
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. Applicants of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background check. If unable to apply online, mail completed application to Knife River Corporation South, PO Box 1800 Waco, Texas 76703.

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 Water Truck position:

Air Force: Ground Transportation Apprentice and Ground Transportation Journeyman
Army: Motor Transport Operator
Marines: Logistics Vehicle System Operator

Women, minorities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

This open position will remain open until 12/31/2024 or until it is filled.
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Knife River is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected Veteran status.

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