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Bulldozer - Construction (Seasonal)

Knife River - North Central
United States, Minnesota, Bemidji
4101 Bemidji Avenue North (Show on map)
Feb 14, 2026
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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.

This is a Local 49 Operating Engineer Union position. The operator will be responsible for safely operating bulldozers to clear, grade, and prepare land for roadways and infrastructure. This role requires precision, attention to safety, and the ability to work effectively as part of a construction crew in a fast-paced outdoor environment.

This is a seasonal position that generally requires travel through Northern Minnesota and North Dakota with other work locations as assigned. Lodging assistance (generally in the form of a Per Diem) is provided.

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



  1. Perform daily equipment, walk around and site inspections to identify and correct any unsafe conditions and keep equipment properly
    maintained.
  2. Safely and properly perform maintenance (lubricating, fueling and cleaning) on bulldozer.
  3. Safely and properly operate bulldozer
  4. Construct drain field and ditches as needed
  5. Prepare site for aggregate mining and stockpile millings and other aggregate products for the plants
  6. Recover submerged aggregate
  7. Cover fabric on job sites
  8. Maintain strong customer relations with managers, supervisors, pit owners, co-workers and other customers
  9. Communicate effectively (verbal, listening, written) and work with people under high stress situations. Self-motivated, team-player with
    good interpersonal skills; ability to maintain positive customer relations and act courteous/respectful of others.
  10. Troubleshoot and problem solve situations/problems (material quality, equipment operation/repair, etc.). Monitor and discuss production
    problems with co-workers and managers/supervisors.
  11. Ensure MSHA, OSHA, EPA, DNR, safety and environmental regulation compliance.
  12. Performs other duties as assigned


This is a seasonal position that generally requires travel through Northern Minnesota and North Dakota with other work locations as assigned. Lodging assistance (generally in the form of a Per Diem) is provided.

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

A successful Dozer Operator for Knife River Materials will have:



  1. General education, grammar and arithmetic, GED or high school diploma or equivalent
  2. Equipment maintenance & operation
  3. Ability to provide and maintain proper licensure, medical card and acceptable driving record.


Compensation

Estimated Wage: $35.00 to 46.61 Per Hour-depending on work location

Benefits

Benefits are through the Local 49 Operating Engineers Union

How to Apply:

If unable to apply online, mail completed application to:
ATTN HR PO 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.

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.
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