TRAINEE COMMERCIAL DRIVER

Join us for our hiring event on February 19th from 3pm - 6pm at our HWY 2 location in Bemidji (across from the movie theater). Open to the public! Guaranteed interview!

Job Summary:

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 also a publicly traded company on the NYSE with the ticker symbol KNF and part of the S&P MidCap 400 index.

This position is responsible for learning to operate and maintain straight truck or tractor-trailer equipment. We will train you to operate a commercial vehicle to transport construction materials to a designated location in a timely manner. A successfully graduated trainee will be eligible to join the Teamsters 346 (Construction) or Local 49 union (if Ready Mix).

Since this is a seasonal position, you can use your winters off to travel, hunt, fish or other activities you enjoy while your benefits continue year-round.

Minimum Qualifications:
A successful Construction Driver for Knife River will have:

• A high school diploma, GED, or equivalent critical thinking skills
• A valid Commercial Driver’s Permit with acceptable driving record (Don't have a permit? We can give you some resources to get started!)
• Ability to obtain a Department of Transportation physical and CDL
• Ability to pass a Department of Transportation drug/alcohol screen and remain substance free

This position requires travel throughout Northern MN and North Dakota. Most drivers will stay overnight on-location during the season.

Compensation

Training Wage: $16.75 Per Hour, Part Time

Once Graduated with CDL: Teamsters Union Scale Base Rates Starting at $27.95 Per Hour, Full Time Seasonal, for a CDL A Regular Tractor/Trailer. Additional wages may apply for Fringe/Prevailing Rates. 

Benefits

401K with Company Match

Paid/Sick Time Off

Years of Service Recognition

Benefits Once Graduated are through Teamsters Local 346 Union

How to Apply

If unable to apply online, mail completed application to: Box 40, Bemidji, MN 56619.

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.

Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background check. A one-year agreement will be required for those not currently employed by Knife River.