Knife River Training Center

Top World - Train the Trainer (Strata)
2025-04-21 07:30 - 2025-04-24 16:30 (America/Vancouver) | Offsite – Please See Class Description
Dates: Monday, April 21, 2025, through Thursday, April 24, 2025
Start Time: 7:30am sharp
End Time: 4:30pm
PPE Required
Dress for both indoor and outdoor activity
This course will be going over inputting data electronically. An iPad will be needed. Please bring a company provided iPad if you have one. For those who do not have access to one, an iPad will be provided during this course.
Supervisors, you can enroll multiple individuals with each submission.
Cancellation Policy: If, for any reason, you and/or any student(s) you’re registering cannot attend a class, you’ll receive a full refund or are not charged if you cancel 14 days prior to the start of the scheduled class. Please call the Training Center Office to cancel or email hope.koch@kniferiver.com
If you cannot cancel less than 14 days prior to the start of your scheduled class, then 30% of your course fee is non-refundable.
Transferring to another scheduled class must be made 14 days prior to the start of the scheduled class or may be subject to a transfer fee.
Students who do not show up for their registered course will forfeit all tuition.
Location: Grand Forks, North Dakota

Manlift/Forklift Training - Entry Level
2025-04-21 07:30 - 17:00 | OR
Dates: Monday, April 21, 2025
Start Time: 7:30am sharp
End Time: 4:30pm
Please bring all your Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) each day

Safety toed boots are required on active ranges

Dress for both indoor and outdoor activity
Supervisors, you can enroll multiple individuals with each submission
Travel Information: Airports, Hotels, Shuttle and other Nearby Services – Travel Information – Knife River Training Center
Cancellation Policy: If, for any reason, you and/or any student(s) you’re registering cannot attend a class, you’ll receive a full refund or are not charged if you cancel 14 days prior to the start of the scheduled class. Please call the Training Center Office to cancel or email Hope.Koch@kniferiver.com
If you cannot cancel less than 14 days prior to the start of your scheduled class, then 30% of your course fee is non-refundable.
Transferring to another scheduled class must be made 14 days prior to the start of the scheduled class or may be subject to a transfer fee.
Students who do not show up for their registered course will forfeit all tuition.

ELDT/CDL Program
2025-04-21 - 2025-05-13 | Knife River Training Center – Building 2, 35973 Kennel Rd. SE, Albany, OR, 97332, United States
This course is to obtain an “Unrestricted” Class A or Class B CDL
This course is 3 weeks and 2 days (or approximately 136 hours)
Date: April 21st, 2025 through May 13th, 2025 (Monday thru Friday)
Start Time: 7:30am sharp!
Lunch is provided.
This Entry Level Driver Training (ELDT) program is a partnership between Knife River and
Linn Benton Community College.
For course information, tuition and registration information please CLICK HERE

For question and assistance please reach out to the LBCC Coordinator at 541-917-4961 or email CDL@LinnBenton.edu

Coaching 101 - The 6 C's
2025-04-17 10:00 - 2025-04-18 15:00, 2025-04-15 10:00 - 2025-04-16 15:00 | Offsite – Please See Class Description
In our Coaching 101 Workshop, you will build skills that enable you to coach your team in real time and develop relationships that will help drive engagement. Content is focused on our “6 Cs” and our People-First philosophy. You can expect a highly interactive class that will include opportunities for you to practice what you have learned.
This is an immersion style course, with approximately 13 hours of content delivered over two days.
Day one – 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Day two – 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
This is a great opportunity for learning and growth – for experienced and new coaches alike!
This immersion will be delivered to coaches in Boise, Idaho

High School Career Exploration Program
2025-04-16 10:30 - 13:00, 2025-04-15 10:30 - 13:00, 2025-03-06 10:30 - 13:00, 2025-03-05 10:30 - 13:00 | Training Center, 35973 Kennel Road SE, Albany, OR, 97322, United States
Career Expo Days at Knife River Training Center are provided on a limited basis and advance registration is required. Each program is designed to accommodate 140 high school students (total) from seven high schools (20 students per school). These high impact programs are designed for high school juniors and seniors.
Hands on experiences include equipment operation, communications, leadership projects, and career knowledge/exploration.
All events currently scheduled for 2025 are full. If you would like to receive notification of future opportunities – please complete this form.

Level 1 Construction Bootcamp
2025-04-14 07:30 - 2025-04-18 16:30 | Knife River Training Center – Missouri River Room, 35973 Kennel Rd SE, Albany, OR, 97322, United States
Level 1 – Construction / Industry Bootcamp
KRTC’s Bootcamp provides entry level skills training for individuals interested in careers in construction, transportation, or warehousing.
Five-day course includes:

OSHA 10 Certification
Basic First Aid, CPR, AED Card
Entry Level Equipment Operation: Skid Steer, Manlift, Telehandler/Forklift

Coaching 101 - The 6 C's
2025-04-08 10:00 - 2025-04-09 15:00 | Offsite – Please See Class Description
In our Coaching 101 Workshop, you will build skills that enable you to coach your team in real time and develop relationships that will help drive engagement. Content is focused on our “6 Cs” and our People-First philosophy. You can expect a highly interactive class that will include opportunities for you to practice what you have learned.
This is an immersion style course, with approximately 13 hours of content delivered over two days.
Day one – 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Day two – 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
This is a great opportunity for learning and growth – for experienced and new coaches alike!
This immersion will be delivered to coaches in Lewiston, Idaho

Wheel Loader Level 2 - Knife River Only
2025-04-07 07:30 - 2025-04-09 16:30 | Knifer River Training Center – Columbia River Room, 35973 Kennel Road SE, Albany, OR, 97322, United States
Class Information: Wheel Loader
Dates: Monday, April 7th, 2025 through Wednesday, April 9th, 2025
Start Time: 7:30am sharp
End Time: 4:30pm
PPE Required
Dress for both indoor and outdoor activity
This course is for experienced operators with at least 6 months of seat time prior to the training.
Supervisors, you can enroll multiple individuals with each submission.
Travel Information: Airports, Hotels, Shuttle and other Nearby Services – Travel Information – Knife River Training Center
Cancellation Policy: If, for any reason, you and/or any student(s) you’re registering cannot attend a class, you’ll receive a full refund or are not charged if you cancel 14 days prior to the start of the scheduled class. Please call the Training Center Office to cancel or email hope.koch@kniferiver.com
If you cannot cancel less than 14 days prior to the start of your scheduled class, then 30% of your course fee is non-refundable.
Transferring to another scheduled class must be made 14 days prior to the start of the scheduled class or may be subject to a transfer fee.
Student’s who do not show up for their registered course will forfeit all tuition.

Top World - Train the Trainer - Knife River Only
2025-04-01 07:30 - 2025-04-02 16:30 | Knife River Training Center – Snake River Room, 35973 Kennel Road SE, Albany, OR, 97322, United States
Dates: Tuesday, April 1st, 2025 & Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025
Start Time: 7:30am sharp
End Time: 4:30pm
Please bring all your Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) each day

Safety toed boots are required on active ranges

Dress for both indoor and outdoor activity
This course is for new or recertifying Top World (Top Drum/Top Wheel/Top Transport) trainers only. If Top World is new to you, or you’re unfamiliar with it then we strongly encourage you to attend as well! It is the Knife River standard for all drivers of Commercial Vehicles.
Supervisors, you can enroll multiple individuals with each submission. Supervisors are also encouraged to attend with their team members.
This course will be going over inputting data electronically. An iPad will be needed. Please bring a company provided iPad if you have one. For those who do not have access to one, an iPad will be provided during this course.

Travel Information: Airports, Hotels, Shuttle and other Nearby Services – Travel Information – Knife River Training Center
Cancellation Policy: If, for any reason, you and/or any student(s) you’re registering cannot attend a class, you’ll receive a full refund or are not charged if you cancel 14 days prior to the start of the scheduled class. Please call the Training Center Office to cancel or email Hope.Koch@kniferiver.com
If you cannot cancel less than 14 days prior to the start of your scheduled class, then 30% of your course fee is non-refundable.
Transferring to another scheduled class must be made 14 days prior to the start of the scheduled class or may be subject to a transfer fee.
Students who do not show up for their registered course will forfeit all tuition.

Hydraulic Excavator Training (HEX) / Dozer - Level II - Knife River Only
2025-03-31 07:30 - 2025-04-04 16:30 | Knifer River Training Center – Columbia River Room, 35973 Kennel Road SE, Albany, OR, 97322, United States
Class Information: Hydraulic Excavator Training & TTT/Dozer Operator Course
Dates: Monday, March 31st, 2025 through Friday, April 4th, 2025
Start Time: 7:30am sharp
End Time: 4:30pm
Please bring all your Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) each day

Safety toed boots are required on active ranges

Dress for both indoor and outdoor activity
Supervisors, you can enroll multiple individuals with each submission
Travel Information: Airports, Hotels, Shuttle and other Nearby Services – Travel Information – Knife River Training Center
Cancellation Policy: If, for any reason, you and/or any student(s) you’re registering cannot attend a class, you’ll receive a full refund or are not charged if you cancel 14 days prior to the start of the scheduled class. Please call the Training Center Office to cancel or email Hope.Koch@kniferiver.com
If you cannot cancel less than 14 days prior to the start of your scheduled class, then 30% of your course fee is non-refundable.
Transferring to another scheduled class must be made 14 days prior to the start of the scheduled class or may be subject to a transfer fee.
Students who do not show up for their registered course will forfeit all tuition.

Top World - Train the Trainer (Sioux City)
2025-03-20 07:30 - 2025-03-21 16:30 | Offsite – Please See Class Description
Dates: Thursday, March 20, 2025, through Friday, March 21, 2025
Start Time: 7:30am sharp
End Time: 4:30pm
PPE Required
Dress for both indoor and outdoor activity
This course is for new or recertifying Top World (Top Drum/Top Wheel/Top Transport) trainers only. If Top World is new to you, or you’re unfamiliar with it then we strongly encourage you to attend as well! It is the Knife River standard for all drivers of Commercial Vehicles.
This course will be going over inputting data electronically. An iPad will be needed. Please bring a company provided iPad if you have one. For those who do not have access to one, an iPad will be provided during this course.
Supervisors, you can enroll multiple individuals with each submission.
Cancellation Policy: If, for any reason, you and/or any student(s) you’re registering cannot attend a class, you’ll receive a full refund or are not charged if you cancel 14 days prior to the start of the scheduled class. Please call the Training Center Office to cancel or email hope.koch@kniferiver.com
If you cannot cancel less than 14 days prior to the start of your scheduled class, then 30% of your course fee is non-refundable.
Transferring to another scheduled class must be made 14 days prior to the start of the scheduled class or may be subject to a transfer fee.
Students who do not show up for their registered course will forfeit all tuition.
Location: Sioux City, Iowa

Skid Steer Loader Level 2 Training (Sioux City)
2025-03-17 07:30 - 2025-03-19 16:30 | Offsite – Please See Class Description
Class Information: Skid Steer/Compact Track Loader Course
Dates: Monday, March 17, 2025, through Wednesday, March 19, 2025
Start Time: 7:30am sharp
End Time: 4:30pm
PPE Required
Dress for both indoor and outdoor activity
This course is for experienced operators with at least 6 months of seat time prior to the training.
Supervisors, you can enroll multiple individuals with each submission.
Cancellation Policy: If, for any reason, you and/or any student(s) you’re registering cannot attend a class, you’ll receive a full refund or are not charged if you cancel 14 days prior to the start of the scheduled class. Please call the Training Center Office to cancel or email hope.koch@kniferiver.com
If you cannot cancel less than 14 days prior to the start of your scheduled class, then 30% of your course fee is non-refundable.
Transferring to another scheduled class must be made 14 days prior to the start of the scheduled class or may be subject to a transfer fee.
Students who do not show up for their registered course will forfeit all tuition.
Location: Sioux City, Iowa

ELDT/CDL Program
2025-03-17 - 2025-04-08 | Knife River Training Center – Building 2, 35973 Kennel Rd. SE, Albany, OR, 97332, United States
This course is to obtain an “Unrestricted” Class A or Class B CDL
This course is 3 weeks and 2 days (or approximately 136 hours)
Date: March 17th, 2025 through April 8th, 2025 (Monday thru Friday)
Start Time: 7:30am sharp!
Lunch is provided.
This Entry Level Driver Training (ELDT) program is a partnership between Knife River and
Linn Benton Community College.
For course information, tuition and registration information please CLICK HERE

For question and assistance please reach out to the LBCC Coordinator at 541-917-4961 or email CDL@LinnBenton.edu

Instructor Development Course
2025-03-17 - 2025-03-21 | Knife River Training Center – Copper River Room, 35973 Kennel Road SE, Albany, OR, 97322, United States
Course Description: Instructor Development Course
Dates: Monday, March 17th to Friday, March 21st 2025
Start Time: 7:30am sharp
End Time: 4:30pm
Closed toe shoes required on Friday for activity in the Dome
Dress for both indoor and outdoor activity
Supervisors, you can enroll multiple individuals with each submission.
For The General Public:
Tickets are $3500.00
On Sale! Course is reduced to $2500.00 including daily hot lunch, snacks and beverages. Also includes a Wednesday evening social and class supplies.
Travel Information: Airports, Hotels, Shuttle and other Nearby Services – Travel Information – Knife River Training Center
Cancellation Policy: If, for any reason, you and/or any student(s) you’re registering cannot attend a class, you’ll receive a full refund or are not charged if you cancel 14 days prior to the start of the scheduled class. Please call the Training Center Office to cancel or email Hope.Koch@KnifeRiver.com
If you cannot cancel less than 14 days prior to the start of your scheduled class, then 30% of your course fee is non-refundable.
Transferring to another scheduled class must be made 14 days prior to the start of the scheduled class or may be subject to a transfer fee.
Students who do not show up for their registered course will forfeit all tuition.

Coaching 101 - The 6 C's
2025-03-13 10:00 - 2025-03-14 15:00, 2025-03-11 10:00 - 2025-03-12 15:00 | Offsite – Please See Class Description
In our Coaching 101 Workshop, you will build skills that enable you to coach your team in real time and develop relationships that will help drive engagement. Content is focused on our “6 Cs” and our People-First philosophy. You can expect a highly interactive class that will include opportunities for you to practice what you have learned.
This is an immersion style course, with approximately 13 hours of content delivered over two days.
Day one – 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Day two – 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
This is a great opportunity for learning and growth – for experienced and new coaches alike!
This immersion will be delivered to coaches in Hawaii

Skid Steer Loader Level 2 Training (Sioux City)
2025-03-13 07:30 - 2025-03-15 16:30 | Offsite – Please See Class Description
Class Information: Skid Steer/Compact Track Loader Course
Dates: Thursday, March 13, 2025, through Saturday, March 15, 2025
Start Time: 7:30am sharp
End Time: 4:30pm
PPE Required
Dress for both indoor and outdoor activity
This course is for experienced operators with at least 6 months of seat time prior to the training.
Supervisors, you can enroll multiple individuals with each submission.
Cancellation Policy: If, for any reason, you and/or any student(s) you’re registering cannot attend a class, you’ll receive a full refund or are not charged if you cancel 14 days prior to the start of the scheduled class. Please call the Training Center Office to cancel or email hope.koch@kniferiver.com
If you cannot cancel less than 14 days prior to the start of your scheduled class, then 30% of your course fee is non-refundable.
Transferring to another scheduled class must be made 14 days prior to the start of the scheduled class or may be subject to a transfer fee.
Students who do not show up for their registered course will forfeit all tuition.
Location: Sioux City, Iowa

Top World - Top Transport
2025-03-10 07:30 - 2025-03-14 16:30 | Knife River Training Center – Building 2, 35973 Kennel Rd. SE, Albany, OR, 97332, United States
Dates: Monday, March 10th, 2025 through Friday, March 14th, 2025
Start Time: 7:30am sharp
End Time: 4:30pm
Please bring all your Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) each day

Safety toed boots are required on active ranges

Dress for both indoor and outdoor activity.
Supervisors, you can enroll multiple individuals with each submission.
This course will be going over inputting data electronically. An iPad will be needed. Please bring a company provided iPad if you have one. For those who do not have access to one, an iPad will be provided during this course.
Travel Information: Airports, Hotels, Shuttle and other Nearby Services – Travel Information – Knife River Training Center
Cancellation Policy: If, for any reason, you and/or any student(s) you’re registering cannot attend a class, you’ll receive a full refund or are not charged if you cancel 14 days prior to the start of the scheduled class. Please call the Training Center Office to cancel or email Hope.Koch@kniferiver.com
If you cannot cancel less than 14 days prior to the start of your scheduled class, then 30% of your course fee is non-refundable.
Transferring to another scheduled class must be made 14 days prior to the start of the scheduled class or may be subject to a transfer fee.
Students who do not show up for their registered course will forfeit all tuition.

Wheel Loader - Level II - Knife River Only (Sioux Falls)
2025-03-10 07:30 - 2025-03-12 16:30 | Offsite – Please See Class Description
Class Information: Wheel Loader
Dates: Monday, March 10, 2025 through Wednesday, March 12th, 2025
Start Time: 7:30am sharp
End Time: 4:30pm
Location: Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Please bring all your Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) each day

Safety toed boots are required on active ranges

Dress for both indoor and outdoor activity
Supervisors, you can enroll multiple individuals with each submission
Cancellation Policy: If, for any reason, you and/or any student(s) you’re registering cannot attend a class, you’ll receive a full refund or are not charged if you cancel 14 days prior to the start of the scheduled class. Please call the Training Center Office to cancel or email Hope.Koch@kniferiver.com
If you cannot cancel less than 14 days prior to the start of your scheduled class, then 30% of your course fee is non-refundable.
Transferring to another scheduled class must be made 14 days prior to the start of the scheduled class or may be subject to a transfer fee.
Students who do not show up for their registered course will forfeit all tuition.

Coaching 101 - The 6 C's
2025-03-06 10:00 - 2025-03-07 15:00, 2025-03-04 10:00 - 2025-03-05 15:00 | Offsite – Please See Class Description
In our Coaching 101 Workshop, you will build skills that enable you to coach your team in real time and develop relationships that will help drive engagement. Content is focused on our “6 Cs” and our People-First philosophy. You can expect a highly interactive class that will include opportunities for you to practice what you have learned.
This is an immersion style course, with approximately 13 hours of content delivered over two days.
Day one – 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Day two – 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
This is a great opportunity for learning and growth – for experienced and new coaches alike!
This immersion will be delivered to coaches in Bemidji, Minnesota

Wheel Loader / Haul Truck
2025-03-03 07:30 - 2025-03-07 16:30 | Knifer River Training Center – Columbia River Room, 35973 Kennel Road SE, Albany, OR, 97322, United States
Class Information: Wheel Loader & Haul Truck
Dates: March, March 3rd, 2025 through Friday, March 7th, 2025
Start Time: 7:30am sharp
End Time: 4:30pm
PPE Required
Dress for both indoor and outdoor activity
This course is for experienced operators with at least 6 months of seat time prior to the training.
Supervisors, you can enroll multiple individuals with each submission.
Travel Information: Airports, Hotels, Shuttle and other Nearby Services – Travel Information – Knife River Training Center
Cancellation Policy: If, for any reason, you and/or any student(s) you’re registering cannot attend a class, you’ll receive a full refund or are not charged if you cancel 14 days prior to the start of the scheduled class. Please call the Training Center Office to cancel or email hope.koch@kniferiver.com
If you cannot cancel less than 14 days prior to the start of your scheduled class, then 30% of your course fee is non-refundable.
Transferring to another scheduled class must be made 14 days prior to the start of the scheduled class or may be subject to a transfer fee.
Students who do not show up for their registered course will forfeit all tuition.

Communication Skills for Coaches - Open to the Public
2025-02-25 07:30 - 2025-02-27 17:00 | Knife River Training Center – Copper River Room, 35973 Kennel Road SE, Albany, OR, 97322, United States
Communication Skills for Coaches (Formally Leadership Development Course) – Overview
Dates: Tuesday, February 25th, 2025 through Thursday, February 27th, 2025
Start Time: 7:30am sharp!
End Time: 5:00pm
Closed toe shoes required on Friday for activities in the Dome
Dress for both indoor and outdoor activity
Supervisors, you can enroll multiple individuals with each submission.
For The General Public:
Tickets are $2500.00
On Sale! Course reduced to $1500.00 including daily hot lunch, snacks and beverages.
Also includes an evening social and class supplies.
Travel Information: Airports, Hotels, Shuttle and other Nearby Services – Travel Information – Knife River Training Center
Cancellation Policy: If, for any reason, you and/or any student(s) you’re registering cannot attend a class, you’ll receive a full refund or are not charged if you cancel 14 days prior to the start of the scheduled class. Please call the Training Center Office to cancel or email Hope.Koch@KnifeRiver.com
If you cannot cancel less than 14 days prior to the start of your scheduled class, then 30% of your course fee is non-refundable.
Transferring to another scheduled class must be made 14 days prior to the start of the scheduled class or may be subject to a transfer fee.
Student’s who do not show up for their registered course will forfeit all tuition.

Track Type Tractor/Dozer - Level II - Knife River Only
2025-02-25 07:30 - 2025-02-27 16:30 | Knife River Training Center – Missouri River Room, 35973 Kennel Rd SE, Albany, OR, 97322, United States
Class Information: TTT/Dozer Operator Course
Dates: Tuesday, February 25th, 2025 through Thursday, February 27th, 2025
Start Time: 7:30am sharp
End Time: 4:30pm
Please bring all your Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) each day

Safety toed boots are required on active ranges

Dress for both indoor and outdoor activity
Supervisors, you can enroll multiple individuals with each submission
Travel Information: Airports, Hotels, Shuttle and other Nearby Services – Travel Information – Knife River Training Center
Cancellation Policy: If, for any reason, you and/or any student(s) you’re registering cannot attend a class, you’ll receive a full refund or are not charged if you cancel 14 days prior to the start of the scheduled class. Please call the Training Center Office to cancel or email Hope.Koch@kniferiver.com
If you cannot cancel less than 14 days prior to the start of your scheduled class, then 30% of your course fee is non-refundable.
Transferring to another scheduled class must be made 14 days prior to the start of the scheduled class or may be subject to a transfer fee.
Students who do not show up for their registered course will forfeit all tuition.

Coaching 101 - The 6 C's
2025-02-20 10:00 - 2025-02-21 15:00 | Offsite – Please See Class Description
In our Coaching 101 Workshop, you will build skills that enable you to coach your team in real time and develop relationships that will help drive engagement. Content is focused on our “6 Cs” and our People-First philosophy. You can expect a highly interactive class that will include opportunities for you to practice what you have learned.
This is an immersion style course, with approximately 13 hours of content delivered over two days.
Day one – 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Day two – 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
This is a great opportunity for learning and growth – for experienced and new coaches alike!
This immersion will be delivered to coaches in Bismarck, North Dakota

Mentor Driver Program Workshop - Knife River Only
2025-02-20 07:30 - 17:00 | Knife River Training Center – Copper River Room, 35973 Kennel Road SE, Albany, OR, 97322, United States
Dates: Thursday, February 20th, 2025
Start Time: 7:30am sharp
End Time: 4:30pm
Please bring all your Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) each day

Safety toed boots are required on active ranges

Dress for both indoor and outdoor activity
Supervisors, you can enroll multiple individuals with each submission. Supervisors are also encouraged to attend with their team members.
Itinerary will be provided soon.
Travel Information: Airports, Hotels, Shuttle and other Nearby Services – Travel Information – Knife River Training Center
Cancellation Policy: If, for any reason, you and/or any student(s) you’re registering cannot attend a class, you’ll receive a full refund or are not charged if you cancel 14 days prior to the start of the scheduled class. Please call the Training Center Office to cancel or email Hope.Koch@kniferiver.com
If you cannot cancel less than 14 days prior to the start of your scheduled class, then 30% of your course fee is non-refundable.
Transferring to another scheduled class must be made 14 days prior to the start of the scheduled class or may be subject to a transfer fee.
Students who do not show up for their registered course will forfeit all tuition.
