Knife River - South
Asphalt Distributor Operator - CDL with Hazmat and Tanker
Knife River - South, Bryan, Texas, United States, 77808
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!
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 move 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.
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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 move 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.
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