Laborer- 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 Civil Laborer will be responsible for

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Instill Safety as a top priority.
• Flagging Traffic for the project.
• Performing tasks involving physical labor 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 - 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

Please apply on our Careers page (https://amesconstruction.com/career-listing-page) and upload your resume and cover letter.

Ability to pass a Pre-employment drug test is required

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.