Asphalt Plant Operator

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 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 safely each day. Our goal is to build strong teams that, in turn, build strong communities.

We are seeking an Asphalt Plant Operator to join the Asphalt Plant Team at our Laramie, WY plant location.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

- Operate and maintain asphalt plant in a safe and efficient manner.

- Manage schedules/hours as well as daily duties for all plant personnel.

- Communicate with internal and external customers with daily orders and needs.

- Track inventories of incoming and outgoing products.

- Coordinate with Quality Control Department to ensure product meets customer requirements.

- Participate in Knife River safety programs.

- Operate equipment, perform asphalt plant maintenance, and other misc. duties as directed by supervisor.

- Ability to work in a high-pressure environment.

This position will/may include nights and weekend shifts during the paving season.
This position will/may include travel between plants as needed by supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications:

- Requires minimum two (2) years' experience in asphalt plant operation
- Must be able to monitor multiple plant systems for production of a quality and profitable product
- Must be able to work in high and confined spaces
- Need good math skills and the ability to work with statistical specifications with a high degree of accuracy
- Requires skills in planning, organization, communication, and observation
- Must be able to read and comprehend specifications, operator's manual, instructions, and maintain operators' log
- Must have mechanical ability with welding, fabrication, and good troubleshooting skills
- Need a positive attitude and the ability to work well with others
- Ability to operate loader helpful
- Ability to pass a pre-employment criminal background check, physical/functional exam and drug screen
- Display a professional and courteous attitude towards all team members and customers

Additional Information

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.

Knife River Wyoming offers a 401(k) as well as COMPANY PAID medical, dental, and vision benefits for employees and their dependents. Paid Holidays after 30 days and Paid time off (PTO) offered after 90 days successful employment.

We are a drug free work environment requiring pre-employment and random drug testing. Subject to background check.

You may apply online at kniferiver.com\careers

If unable to apply online, mail completed application to:

PO Box 20150

Cheyenne, WY 82007-1812