Role Overview:
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.
This position is responsible to safely move freight, stock, and other materials by hand or using heavy equipment, drive vehicles or operate machinery to complete assignments, and assist workers safely and efficiently. Responsibilities include performing or scheduling repairs and preventive maintenance, sometimes at elevated platforms with heavy tools, loading and unloading railcars or trucks, inspecting incoming materials, and verifying receipts. You'll keep records of materials received, maintain and clean vehicles, machinery, and equipment, and recommend safety improvements. Ensuring compliance with OSHA, DOT, EPA, DNR, MSHA, and other regulations is crucial, as is attending training. Travel is required, and you'll perform other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
As a successful Rail Material Handler, you will have:
1. High School diploma or General Education Degree, or equivalent experience.
2. Ability to hold and maintain proper licensure and acceptable driving record.
3. Ability to work flexible shifts, including overtime, possible nights and some Saturdays
Additional Information:
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.
Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.
All applications are completed online. If you’re having issues completing the application, you can stop at our office for assistance.