DREDGE OPERATOR

The Dredge Operator operates a dredge machine that extracts aggregate resources from a mining pit or river either pneumatically or through suction cutting. The operator sits in a control room and oversees the dredge operations while monitoring the extraction location, product flow, meters and gages to determine if adjustments are necessary and other duties to ensure the continuous and safe operation of the equipment to meet production goals and objectives.

Responsibilities Include:

• Operate dredge, participate in preventative maintenance, repair and labor, including clean-up duties, oiling, lubrication, and miscellaneous repairs.
• Assure all safety policies and procedures are followed to prevent any and all unsafe actions, processes and behaviors observed.
• Operate forklift, bobcat, front loader, and manlift (in a safe and efficient manner) as required on company property only.
• Other duties assigned as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Basic equipment operating abilities and mechanical knowledge preferred.
• Ability to bend, stoop, lift, push, pull, and be on your feet for long periods of time, in all weather conditions.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment criminal background check, physical/functional exam and drug screen.
• Ability to work flexible shifts which include nights, some days weekends and overtime.
• Display a professional and courteous attitude towards all team members and customers.

Benefits (Full-time employees):

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401K with Company Match
• Profit Sharing
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Safety Incentives
• Years of Service Recognition

How to Apply:

To be considered for this position, candidates must complete and submit an employment application at If unable to complete an application online you may print and send completed application to any Knife River NW address or stop in one of our locations to complete an application.

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.

If you are an individual with a qualified disability as defined by federal, state, or local law and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application for any reason, please contact your state employment agency or you may call View phone number on click.appcast.io to speak with a human resources representative.

Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background check.

Veterans: Put Your Skills to Work with Us!

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 Dredge Operator position:

Air Force:

• Pavement and Construction Equipment Journeyman
• Pavement and Construction Equipment Apprentice
• Pavement and Construction Equipment Helper

Army:

• Construction Equipment Supervisor
• Motor Transport Operator
• General Construction Equipment Operator
• Rough Terrain Forklift & Loader Operator
• Heavy Construction Equipment Operator
• Horizontal Construction Engineer

Navy:

• Equipment Operator
• Equipment Operator Basic
• Advanced Equipment Operator
• Construction man

Marines:

• Basic Engineer
• Construction and Equipment Marine
• Motor Vehicle Operator

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.