Crusher /Washplant Operator (Seasonal) Company: Knife River - Central Minnesota Division Department: Aggregate Location: Various locations - Central MN, MN Hiring Manager: Toby J Opstedal Closing Date: 06/30/2024 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! Role Overview: This position is responsible to safely operate machines that convey, wash, crush & screen aggregate to produce quality sand & gravel at maximum production levels. Will need to display a professional and courteous attitude with customers and team members. May also operate loader to feed conveyors or load trucks. 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. Minimum Qualifications: As a successful Crusher / Washplant / Screen Plant Operator you will have: - Knowledge of or past experience in equipment maintenance and operation - Ability to work flexible shifts, including overtime, possible nights and some Saturdays. - Ability to operate loader as needed 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. If unable to apply online, mail completed application to:4787 Shadow Wood Drive NE, Sauk Rapids, MN 56379. Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background check. Duties & Responsibilities 1.Perform daily equipment, walk around and site inspections to identify and correct any unsafe conditions and keep equipment properly maintained. 2.Safely and properly perform maintenance (lubricating, fueling and cleaning) on loader, crusher, screen and/or wash plant - including screen changes, manganese and routine maintenance. 3.Safely and properly operate loader and crusher, screen or wash plant. 4.May be required to operate additional company vehicle during crusher tear down, moves and set up. Identify appropriate material to produce quality aggregate material per job specifications. 5.Communicate with quality control personnel and make required adjustments to material blends. 6.Shovel excess material away from crusher, screen or wash plant unit as needed. 7.May conduct quality control sample testing. 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/problems (material quality, equipment operation/repair, etc.). Monitor and discuss production problems with co-workers and managers/supervisors. 10.Proven experience handling multiple projects and priorities while maintaining tight deadlines; highly organized with attention to detail. 11.Accurately complete crushing reports and other documentation as needed. 12.Ensure MSHA, EPA, DNR, safety and environmental regulation compliance. 13.Operate skidster to clean up around equipment 14.Performs other duties as assigned. Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected Veteran status.