Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
- Deliver materials to commercial and construction projects, along with local deliveries in a safe and efficient manner in the Willamette Valley area
- Service and maintain equipment, maintaining drivers daily log and legal load limits
- Must be willing to do other miscellaneous duties as directed by supervisor, including cross-train to run other types of trucks
- Always work safely and take action to prevent all unsafe actions, processes, and behaviors observed
- Conduct pre-trips and post-trip vehicle inspections; report any defects or maintenance needs
- Represent the company in a professional manner while interacting with contractors, site supervisors, and customers
- Ensure materials are placed or dumped in the correct locations as requested
Minimum Qualifications:
- Previous driving experience preferred
- Current Class A commercial driver license with proper endorsements or the ability to obtain one
- Current medical card and a good driving record
- Ability to operate equipment
- Need a positive attitude
- Ability to work well with others and follow directions
- Ability to pass a criminal background check and pre-employment drug test, physical and functional testing
- Strong communication and customer service skills when interacting with dispatch and job site crews
- Good time management to ensure on‑time deliveries
- Ability to work independently and problem-solve in changing site conditions
Additional Information:
Benefits:
Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits:
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401K with Company Match
- Profit Sharing
- 8 Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Safety Incentives
- Years of Service Recognition
How to Apply:
To be considered for this position, candidates must complete and submit an employment application at www.kniferiver.com. If unable to complete an application online you may print and send completed application to any Knife River NW address or stop in one of our locations to complete an application.
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 you are an individual with a qualified disability as defined by federal, state, or local law and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application for any reason, please contact your state employment agency or you may call 541-693-5900 to speak with a human resources representative.
Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background check.
Veterans: Put Your Skills to Work with Us!
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 Transfer Truck Position.
Air Force:
Pavements and Construction Equipment Helper
Pavements and Construction Equipment Apprentice
Pavements and Construction Equipment Journeyman
Pavements and Construction Equipment Craftsman
Army:
M48/M60 Tank Driver
Armor Reconnaissance Vehicle Driver
XM1 Tank Driver
Turbine Engine Driven Generator Repairer
Marines:
Engineer Equipment Operator
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 (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
