Valdez Local Truck Driver

Knik Construction Co., Inc. is one of the largest and most geographically diverse civil and heavy construction companies in the state of Alaska. We work with DOT Agencies, FAA-regulated airports, boroughs, and privately owned contractors who trust us to ensure jobs run smoothly. An extensive fleet of equipment allows us to work anywhere in Alaska and beyond that is accessible by air, land, and sea on projects of all sizes. As the premier civil and heavy construction company in Alaska, we lead transportation construction and maintenance while producing almost all of our products.


Location: Alaska – Valdez

Title: Truck Driver

Job Summary:

Knik Construction, an Alaska Paving Contractor, is looking for a Truck Driver in Valdez. This individual would be tasked to perform a variety of construction activities by operating various types of trucks including end/belly/side dumps, low boy, mixers, articulated and combination trucks. Special consideration will be given to applicants who possess experience operating concrete mixer trucks. This is a seasonal position.

Responsibilities:
• Operate trucks in a safe and effective manner to minimize the risk of injury, property damage or loss of life.
• Perform daily safety and maintenance checks
• Clean trucks as scheduled and/or required
• Ensure truck loads are safe and secure as required for specific operations
• Advise maintenance department of any requirements for maintenance or repairs
• Practice workplace safety
• Ensure compliance with company policy and procedures
• Perform additional assignments as required

Requirements:
• Two years of driving experience
• Current Commercial Driver’s License
• Knowledge of construction trucking operations
• Demonstrated decision making skills
• Ability to work in high production environment
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ensures a high level of work quality
• Ability to respond quickly and effectively under pressure
• This is a time-flexible position, as overtime, schedules and locations of jobs can change abruptly to meet Alaska’s construction seasons.
• Pre-hire drug test


Work Conditions:
We are an EEO employer; all decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status. All applicants must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States. We are a drug free company.


At Knik Construction Co., Inc., we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to an environment of mutual respect, diversity, and inclusion. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristic protected by law. We are a drug free company and all applicants must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

Veterans, Women and underrepresented communities are encouraged to apply.