Civil Craft Truck Driver - Knox

Mortenson
Illinois

Truck Operator

SUMMARY 

Mortenson is currently seeking a Truck Operator that will be responsible for operating trucks as directed and specified while adhering to all rules and regulations as mandated by Mortenson safety policies and procedures. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Operate the following trucks based on project requirements: Water Truck, Dump Truck, Haul Truck, Tractor Trailer/Lowboy 
  • Follow prescribed safety regulations 
  • Ensure housekeeping is maintained in a clear and orderly fashion in assigned area 
  • Perform routine maintenance including lubricating, fueling, and cleaning 
  • Observe equipment operation to detect machine malfunctions 
  • Follow work plans and pre-task cards 
  • Build and maintain effective relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds and organizational levels 
  • Perform all other duties as assigned 

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Related construction experience preferred 
  • Current driver’s license of proper classification and necessary endorsements as required by law 
  • Strong teamwork orientation 
  • Positive attitude and professional customer service skills 
  • Detail orientation 
  • Ability to move levers, shift gears, depress pedals, and maneuver steering wheel to operate equipment 
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and load charts 
  • Knowledge of equipment and their uses 
  • Understand and apply basic mathematical skills (adding, subtracting, division, and multiplication) 
  • Ability to work independently 
  • Active listening skills and effective communication including an openness to diverse input and feedback 
  • Repetitive hand, arm, leg movements 
  • *Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling: up to 50 lbs. 
  • Please note: this position description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position. The duties and responsibilities of this position may change without notice. 

*Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling over 50 lbs will be done with assistance of another team member or equipment. 

A few benefits offered include:

Mental Healthcare

Craft Dependent Scholarship

Service Awards

The Union provides additional benefits to team members in this position through a collective bargaining agreement, including vacation, health, insurance, pension, and job training.

Please make note:

  • Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
  • Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.  

ABOUT MORTENSON

As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.  

Let’s Redefine Possible®  

Equal Employment Opportunity

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category. 

Other Items to Note

  • Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations.  No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.
  • Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Posted 2025-08-09

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