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Full-time
Posted 19h ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Perform physical labor and carpentry tasks on construction sites, including site cleanup and material handling. Assist with unloading, stockpiling, and moving materials while following supervisor direction.
Requirements
Must have a valid driver's license and knowledge of OSHA standards. Candidates must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions and perform physical tasks like lifting up to 50lbs.
Full job description
Ames Construction has been building America for more than 60 years, and the people who work here are the reason we continue to succeed.
We are a full-service, heavy civil and industrial contractor building critical infrastructure, including highways, bridges, mines, dams, rail, and more. Our teams take on challenging projects that keep communities safe, supply chains moving, and the country connected.
At Ames, we are Fueled by Family and Driven by Ownership. That means we look out for one another, take pride in what we build, and take responsibility for our actions, our results, and the long-term health of the company.
Guided by our core values of People, Team, Our Bond, Persistence, and Vision, we do what we say we will do, push through challenges and deliver work we’re proud of.
When you join Ames, you’re joining a company built for long-term success — where skilled people, strong teams, and disciplined execution come together to build careers and a better future.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Performing tasks involving physical labor /or Carpentry on construction sites
General cleanup of the site
Unloading, handling and stockpiling material
Placing, pushing, pulling and shoveling
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Knowledgeable in OSHA standards
Willingness to learn and accept direction from supervisors
Ability to work outside in all weather conditions
Must have a valid Driver’s License
Ability to work with tools and equipment such as, power and non-power tools
Frequently sit, stand, walk, crouch, kneel, climb and periodically lift up to 50lbs
Communication and interpersonal skills are a must
Ability to manage time, multitask and prioritize
Working Conditions
Travel – Multiple locations throughout the Eastern Region.
Construction Site Environment – physical ability to stand, walk, crawl, bend, reach and climb. Lifting and carrying material and objects. Exposed to high noise levels.
Ames Construction is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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Heavy Civil & Industrial General Contractor providing construction services since 1962.
Industry
Construction
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Founded
1962
Headquarters
Burnsville, Minnesota
LinkedIn followers
52,902
Ames Construction is a full-service, heavy civil and industrial general contractor that delivers high-quality construction to many markets, including transportation, mining, railroad, water resources, CCR & environmental, industrial, and federal. Our mission is to provide construction solutions in harmony with nature so that our people, clients, partners, and communities flourish.
Founded in Minnesota in 1962, Ames is an employee-owned company that retains an entrepreneurial spirit while offering the experience and stability of a proven leader in the construction industry. We perform multifaceted projects under demanding schedules, delivering value at every stage and in every challenging condition.
Our success is rooted in our core values: People, Team, Our Bond, Persistence, and Vision. We invest in our workforce of over 4,000 employees, empowering them to grow without barriers. Their success helps us deliver solutions without surprises to our clients and collaborate without confusion with our valued business partners.
Ames takes pride in maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and environmental stewardship. Our track record has fostered long-term client relationships built on trust and transparency, which has rewarded us with repeat and ongoing business. We view every challenge as an opportunity to construct award-winning projects for clients across the United States. Visit us at AmesConstruction.com.
Ames Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Offices: 2500 County Road 42 W, Burnsville, Minnesota 55337, US · 3737 W 2100 S, West Valley City, UT 84120, US · 7001 Tower Road, Suite D, Denver, Colorado 80249, US · 8333 E Hartford Dr, Scottsdale, Arizona, US · 391 N Main St, Suite 302, Corona, California 92878, US
Mine InfrastructureTailings DamsLeach PadsRailroadsIntermodalLight and Commuter RailHighways & BridgesAirportsMass TransitDams
Heavy Civil & Industrial General Contractor providing construction services since 1962.
Industry
Construction
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Founded
1962
Headquarters
Burnsville, Minnesota
LinkedIn followers
52,902
Ames Construction is a full-service, heavy civil and industrial general contractor that delivers high-quality construction to many markets, including transportation, mining, railroad, water resources, CCR & environmental, industrial, and federal. Our mission is to provide construction solutions in harmony with nature so that our people, clients, partners, and communities flourish.
Founded in Minnesota in 1962, Ames is an employee-owned company that retains an entrepreneurial spirit while offering the experience and stability of a proven leader in the construction industry. We perform multifaceted projects under demanding schedules, delivering value at every stage and in every challenging condition.
Our success is rooted in our core values: People, Team, Our Bond, Persistence, and Vision. We invest in our workforce of over 4,000 employees, empowering them to grow without barriers. Their success helps us deliver solutions without surprises to our clients and collaborate without confusion with our valued business partners.
Ames takes pride in maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and environmental stewardship. Our track record has fostered long-term client relationships built on trust and transparency, which has rewarded us with repeat and ongoing business. We view every challenge as an opportunity to construct award-winning projects for clients across the United States. Visit us at AmesConstruction.com.
Ames Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Offices: 2500 County Road 42 W, Burnsville, Minnesota 55337, US · 3737 W 2100 S, West Valley City, UT 84120, US · 7001 Tower Road, Suite D, Denver, Colorado 80249, US · 8333 E Hartford Dr, Scottsdale, Arizona, US · 391 N Main St, Suite 302, Corona, California 92878, US
Mine InfrastructureTailings DamsLeach PadsRailroadsIntermodalLight and Commuter RailHighways & BridgesAirportsMass TransitDams