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Asphalt Distributor Operator - CDL
Company: Knife River - Texas Division Department: Construction
Location: Bryan, TX Hiring Manager: Jason L Waddle
Closing Date: 05/31/2024 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 Asphalt Distributor Operator. The Asphalt Distributor Operator position consists of operating an asphalt distributor by applying specialized emulsions to roadways, which are then covered by a chip spreader. The operator is responsible for setting the pace for the paving operation. This position typically is not an entry-level job, as it requires demonstrable previous experience as an Asphalt Distributor Operator.
Minimum Qualifications:
-One year or more experience operating an asphalt distributor truck. With an emphasis on asphalt, roads, highways, and bridges is preferred.
-Must possess a Class A or B CDL - Hazmat and Tanker endorsement.
-A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
-Must have an understanding, and ability to spray various asphalt emulsions on road surfaces.
-Must be able to work day shifts and night shifts. Shifts may vary according to project demands.
-Must be able to work overtime and be flexible with hours (daytime/nighttime).
-Ability to work outside in all seasons.
-Must have transportation to departure area.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
-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.
Position will remain open until 5/31/2024 or until it is filled.

Women, minorities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.
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 Asphalt Distributor Operator position:

Airforce:
Ground Transportation Apprentice
Ground Transportation Journeyman

Army:
Motor Transport Operator

Marines:
Logistics Vehicle System Operator
Benefits:
* Paid Holidays * Paid Vacation * Two Medical Plan Options with Generous Employer Contributions * Health Savings Account (partially funded by Employer) * Prescription Drug Plans * 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, Accident, and Critical Illness plans for Employees, Spouses, and Dependents * Tuition Reimbursement Program * Company Paid Employee Assistance Plan, Travel Insurance, and Access to Legal Advice
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 674, Bryan, TX 77806.
This Employer Participates in E-Verify (PDF).
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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