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Distributor Operator - Lewiston/Clarkston
Company:	Knife River - Southern Idaho Division	Department:	Asphalt/Paving
Location:	Lewiston, ID	Hiring Manager:	Rory L Hanson
Closing Date:	06/30/2024 at 11:59pm CDT	Job Type:	Full-Time

Job Summary:
Good pay! Daily per diem! 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’re growing! We are adding people to our team every day and are looking to hire asphalt distributor operators for our upcoming season. We want people who are committed to working safely and to delivering high-quality results for our customers. We have an excellent opportunity for Asphalt Distributor Operators in our Central Idaho Division located in the Lewiston Clarkston Valley! Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: -Drive and operate asphalt distributor truck equipped with tank to spray asphalt emulsions on road surfaces. -Connect hose from storage tank to truck tank and moves lever to fill pressure tank with asphalt liquid. -Regulate burner to heat liquid and start auxiliary pump. -Snap or screw on spray bars to attain required width of spray. -Turn valve to regulate flow of material at specified rate and adjust levers to adjust height of spray bar from road surface. -Monitor flow gages, tachometer and temperature gauge to insure uniform distribution Perform daily safety checks of fluid levels on oil, water, fuel and inspections for leaks and damage to machine before operation. -Must be able to shoot tack, prime, and seal on a daily basis, as needed. -Responsible for the efficient working condition of the equipment; and is expected to perform minor servicing and maintenance or refer major problems to the supervisor. -May perform other related duties as instructed. -Timely and regular attendance is essential to the asphalt distributor position.
Minimum Qualifications:
-One year or more experience operating a distributor truck. With an emphasis on asphalt, and chip seal. -Must have an understanding and ability to spray various asphalt emulsions on road surfaces. -Must possess a Class A or B CDL - Hazmat and Tanker endorsement. -A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is preferred. -Must be able to work day shifts and night shifts. Shifts may vary according to project demands. -Must be able to work in all weather conditions -Must be willing to travel if job requires -Must pass a pre-employment drug screen
How To Apply
NO PHONE CALLS - To be considered for this position, candidates must complete and submit an employment application at www.jobs.kniferiver.com by the posting deadline noted above. If unable to complete an application online you may print and send completed application to: Knife River Central Idaho Division 2651 Wilma Road Clarkston, WA 99403 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. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background check.

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Distributor Operator - Lewiston/Clarkston