Job Overview

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Employment Type

Temporary
Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $23.75 - $29.75
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Day Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Training and Development
Paid holidays
Business casual dress code

Job Description

Knife River is a leading construction materials producer and contractor, ranking among the top 10 largest in the United States. As a publicly traded company listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol KNF and a member of the S&P MidCap 400 index, Knife River has a robust presence in the construction industry. With a commitment to building strong teams that build strong communities, Knife River places a strong emphasis on its PEOPLE-first philosophy. This means prioritizing the well-being, safety, and professional growth of every team member, recognizing that their success is the foundation of the company’s progress. The company is dedicated to providing all employees with the necessary tools, training, and time to perform their jobs productively and safely each day.

The Ready Mix Driver role at Knife River is vital to the delivery of quality concrete products to diverse job sites. This role involves operating a ready mix truck to load, transport, and unload ready mixed concrete while consistently adhering to safety standards and maintaining excellent customer service. The position requires a professional and courteous demeanor when interacting with customers and team members, alongside a solid understanding of material properties to ensure delivery meets the exact specifications required by contractors. Typically, the work schedule spans Monday through Friday with early production hours from 5:30 AM to 5:30 PM and maintenance hours from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, although hours may shift depending on weather conditions and customer demands. Knife River is actively hiring full-time, part-time, and seasonal drivers to join their expanding workforce, emphasizing flexibility and support in employment options.

In this role, Ready Mix Drivers are entrusted with performing daily inspections and basic maintenance of their trucks, including fluid checks and tire pressure assessments, which help to maintain equipment in top condition and promote safety. Precise operation of the truck’s concrete mixer is essential, requiring adjustment of drum revolutions and moisture content to meet job specifications, promoting the delivery of high-quality concrete. The driver is also responsible for efficient unloading procedures and keeping detailed records of product changes, environmental conditions, and timekeeping—all essential for quality assurance and compliance purposes. Working in a safety-conscious environment, Ready Mix Drivers must remain vigilant about traffic, job site hazards, and regulatory compliance with OSHA, DOT, EPA, MSHA, and other federal and local bodies. This role includes opportunities for skill development while contributing to projects that shape communities across the country. At Knife River, the combination of competitive pay, strong benefits, and a positive working atmosphere makes this an attractive opportunity for individuals seeking a robust career in the construction materials industry.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED
  • a CDL license with two years truck driving experience
  • must maintain medical card and acceptable driving record
  • one to three months experience and/or training related to ready mix delivery
  • ability to use computerized time tracking system
  • must be able to pass a DOT physical at pre-employment clinic appointment

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED
  • CDL license with two years truck driving experience
  • knowledge of ready mix concrete delivery process
  • ability to communicate effectively and provide excellent customer service
  • basic mechanical skills to perform truck inspections and minor maintenance
  • familiarity with safety and environmental regulations
  • ability to complete detailed recordkeeping and time tracking
  • ability to pass DOT physical examination
  • experience working in a safety-conscious environment

Job Duties

  • Perform daily truck inspections and report needed repairs or safety concerns
  • perform daily housekeeping in truck cab and maintenance of equipment, including fluid levels and tire pressure
  • drives truck safely into position to receive load and adjusts ready mix to proper slump
  • adjusts drum revolutions to improve concrete quality
  • drives truck equipped with auxiliary concrete mixer to deliver concrete mix to job sites
  • recognizes surroundings and practice traffic awareness to maintain a safe environment
  • communicates with customer to understand requirements of job and deal with safety concerns
  • positions truck for unloading and attaches chutes safely
  • adjusts moisture to contractor's requirements
  • cleans truck safely after delivery to prevent concrete from hardening in mixer and on truck, using water hose and hoe
  • wash truck and keep truck clean inside and out
  • complete recordkeeping tasks including note changes made to the product and any weather and environmental conditions on the load ticket for quality assurance, daily timekeeping and time off requests, inspection reports
  • ensure OSHA, DOT, EPA, DNR, MSHA, Federal, State, and Local safety and environmental regulation compliance including attending training
  • performs other duties as assigned

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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