Asphalt Distributor Operator Jobs (NOW HIRING)

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.
- Must be able to read, write, and speak English sufficiently to comply with FMCSA regulations, understand traffic signs, communicate with law enforcement, and complete required records.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
-Must have an understanding, and ability to spray various asphalt emulsions on road surfaces.
-Must be able to workday 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.
Physical & Environmental Demands:
Requires walking, bending, squatting, sitting, lifting, pushing, pulling, and climbing to a significant degree.
Requires the use of hands for grasping and fine manipulations.
Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision, and hearing.
Head movement/rotation moving head in any direction (up, down, side to side).
Requires climbing on and off Equipment, multiple times a day.
Wearing Personal Protective Equipment (P.P.E.) in accordance with company policy.
Exposure to dust, fumes, and gases.
Exposure to in and outside working conditions; to cold or hot temperatures.
Working in high traffic environments.
Veterans:
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
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.
Benefits:
* Paid Holidays * Paid Time Off * Three Medical Plans with GENEROUS Employer contributions and funding * Health Savings Account* Prescription Card * 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 Insurance for Employees, Spouses, and Dependents * Critical Illness Plan * Accident Coverage Plan* Company Paid Employee Assistance Plan, Travel Insurance, Access to Legal Advice*
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.