Knife River is 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 go home safely each day. Our goal is to build strong teams that, in turn, build strong communities. Join our growing team today!
Knife River has an immediate opening for a Driver Coordinator in Portland, OR!
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
- Assisting to maintain the high standards Knife River has set for safety, production, and quality.
- Assist in implementation of Top Drum training.
- Aid in incidents involving ready mix drivers and equipment.
- Driver Hiring and recruitment.
- New Driver training coordination.
- Visiting delivery sites to assess access and other safety hazards.
- - Insure drivers are properly trained on Zonar and Five cubits systems and provide system usage reports to management team.
- Monitor and insure driver teams are completing pre-trip and post-trip inspections as required by DOT regulations.
- Monitor and insure that driver teams are using five cubits systems as they are designed to be used.
- Monitor cleanliness and health of our truck fleet.
Minimum Qualifications:
- 5 Years or greater ready-mix delivery experience or college degree.
- Experience in leadership.
- Strong communication skills.
- A valid driver's license in good standing
- Ability to pass a criminal background check and pre-employment testing.
- Display a professional and courteous attitude towards all team members and customers.
- Must be a good communicator with all levels of the organization.
- Must have a safe positive attitude and the ability to work well with others.
- Must have the ability to follow directions.
Benefits
Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits:
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Years of Service Recognition
How To Apply
To be considered for this position, candidates must complete and submit an employment application at jobs.kniferiver.com by the posting deadline noted above. 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.
Job Type: Full-time