Company Overview

At Ames Construction, we’ve built America for 60 years, and the exceptional people who make up our team are a vital factor in our success. We are a full-service, heavy civil and industrial general contractor that brings innovative solutions to many market segments, from highway and bridge construction to mining, renewables, and rail. Ames is a family-owned company that retains its entrepreneurial spirit and foundational values of honesty, integrity, perseverance and opportunity, while offering the experience and stability of a proven construction industry leader. Together, we make communities across the U.S. safer, keep supply chains moving, and lay the groundwork for a sustainable future. By joining Ames, you will be working with talented colleagues at an award-winning, nationally recognized top 75 general contractor.

The Highway Heavy Carpenter will be responsible for

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Instill Safety as a top priority.
• Working with crews building forms and false work.
• Measuring, cutting and installing materials per plans.
• Unloading, handling and stockpiling material.
• Maintains a clean job site; picks up tools, materials and equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Knowledgeable in OSHA standards.
• Abel to work at heights.
• Willingness to learn and accept direction from supervisors.
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License with reliable transportation.
• Communication and interpersonal skills are a must.
• Ability to manage time, multitask and prioritize.

Working Conditions

• Travel – This project is located in Twin Cities, MN Subsequent projects will be nationally based.
• Schedule – Work assignment will be weekdays from 7:00am through 3:00pm, with the occasional need to work overtime.
• Construction Site Environment – physical ability to stand, walk, crawl, bend, reach and climb. Lifting and carrying material and objects. Exposed to high noise levels.

Application Instructions

Ability to pass a Pre-employment drug test is required

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.