Fuel Truck Driver (Construction)

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.

Knife River has an excellent opportunity for a Fuel Truck Driver in Bryan. Our drivers are home every night, and we offer competitive wages with a full benefits package.

Minimum Qualifications

• One year of DOT truck driving experience is preferred.
• Possess and maintain a valid commercial driver’s license, medical card and clean driving record.
• A CDL Class A (tractor-trailer) license, or CDL Class B with HazMat and tanker endorsements.
• Must be able to work flexible shifts which include days, nights, weekends and overtime.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Needed

• 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.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Familiarity with DOT regulations.
• Must be able to understand work directions and communicate effectively with job site supervisors and fellow team members.
  
  

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Safely deliver fuel and oil to construction projects.
• Complete pre and post trip inspections on fuel truck.
• Maintain fuel log showing delivery locations, quantity, meter readings, and quantity dispensed.
• Perform daily safety checks of fluid levels on oil and fuel and inspect for leaks and damage to fuel truck before operation.
• Maintain a clean fuel truck appearance by complying with Knife River’s operational policies, procedures and standards.
• Assure all safety policies and procedures are followed to prevent any and all unsafe actions, processes and behaviors observed.
• Must be DOT compliant at all times.
• Must follow equipment shop rules, keep shop clean, swept, tools picked up, and spills cleaned up while working in shop.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Physical Demand/Work Environment

• Must be able to work for long hours in all weather conditions.
• Expect to frequently walk on uneven surfaces, including natural ground in varying weather conditions.
• Must be able to work in an environment that periodically exposes you to high levels of noise, grease, and dust that is typically associated with a construction project.
• Must be able to work in an environment that involve a variety of substances commonly found on construction sites such as form oil, grease, curing compounds, gasoline, diesel fuel and ready mixed concrete.
• Must be able to climb on and off heavy mobile equipment safely.
  
  

Airforce

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 Fuel Truck Driver position:

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.

Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.

You may apply online at: https\\jobs.kniferiver.com. If unable to apply online, mail completed application to Knife River Corporation South, PO Box 674, Bryan, TX 77806.