Highway Heavy Bridge Carpenter - Overland Park, KS

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 Overland Park, KS. 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.