QUALITY CONTROL TECHNICIAN - AGGREGATES (SEASONAL)

Good Pay! Good Benefits! Good People! Knife River is a PEOPLE-first company. Our team members are 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. Please consider joining our growing team today!

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. 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.

ROLE OVERVIEW:

Our season kicks off in April and runs through November, with the possibility of extending into December. As a seasonal team member, you'll enjoy keeping your benefits all year long during the off season.

This position is responsible to safely collect samples of crushed stone, aggregate, sand, asphalt, ready mix or gravel and test for conformance to specifications. Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

The typical hours are Monday - Friday 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM with Saturday as needed. Hours may will vary depending on weather and customer demand.

COMPENSATION:

$20.00 - $25.00 per hour depending on experience.

DUTIES AND/OR RESPONSIBILITIES (summary of components that make up the job)

1. Collect material samples, identify material, and compile statistical data on test results.
2. Examine and evaluate data - determine material quality in relation to specifications
3. Maintain all required DOT certifications
4. Conduct finished and in-process inspections
5. Safely and properly perform laboratory tests on variety of materials (Aggregate and/or Concrete and/or Asphalt).
6. Perform arithmetic operations and record findings and needed actions.
7. Maintain lab and equipment along with daily housekeeping.
8. Communicate effectively (verbal, listening, written) and work with difficult people under high stress situations. Self-motivated, team-player with good interpersonal skills; ability to maintain positive customer relations & act courteous/respectful of others. Communicate test results to appropriate stakeholders.
9. Ensure work activities comply with OSHA, EPA, safety and environmental regulations. Good housekeeping skills.
10. Travel is required.
11. Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (minimum educational, experience, or other relevant job requirements)

1. General education, grammar and arithmetic, GED or high school diploma or equivalent.
2. Aggregate testing experience preferred.
3. Aggregate production certification preferred.
4. GIS/GPS background preferred.
5. Current valid driver's license and acceptable driving record required

BENEFITS:

1. Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
2. Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
3. 401(k) with Company Match
4. Profit Sharing
5. Paid Time Off
6. Paid Sick Time
7. Paid Holidays
8. Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
9. Short-term Disability
10. Employee Assistance Program
11. Years of Service Recognition
12. Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees, Spouses, and Dependents
13. Critical Illness Plan
14. Accident Coverage Plan
15. Hospital Indemnity

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
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 checks.

All applications are submitted online. If you are having issues completing the application, please come to the office for assistance.