Traveling Operators- Heavy Civil Construction

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.

Ames is looking for Operators who are safe, efficient, highly skilled, productive and willing to travel to join our team. In this role, you will operate large machinery such as bulldozers, excavators, backhoes, loaders, and haul trucks for construction, mining, and civil engineering projects. Your responsibilities will include site preparation, excavation, road building, and material transportation, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and safely. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of machinery, safety protocols, and project specifications. Previous experience and relevant certifications are preferred. Join us to work on diverse and challenging projects in the heavy highway and civil industry.

Job Responsibilities:

• Operate the Track Equipment in all phases of operations, during normal conditions, night conditions, adverse weather, and emergencies; including hand and foot controls

• Perform routine maintenance, and watch gauges, dials, or other indicators to ensure working properly

• Exercise good judgment about the safety and health of you and others

• Accurately complete and understand the paperwork necessary for this job

• Be organized and able to execute verbal and written instructions

• Be able to work with others and also work independently on assigned tasks

• Maintain good housekeeping in equipment, transport vans, vehicles, and work area at all times

Position Requirements:

• Be committed to working safely and to wearing all of the required safety equipment.

• Report any unsafe conditions or acts to your immediate supervisor

• Be able to read and understand Safety and Employment requirements

• Be dependable, and consistent about attendance and punctuality

• Willing and able to work extended hours, and possible nights and weekends as required

• Tolerate temperature extremes and changing job site conditions (rain, snow, heat, cold, etc.)

• Be committed to helping achieve a 100% no-accident work area

• Be committed to supporting the team in achieving its production goals at any assigned task

• Maintain a professional attitude while learning each task and take constructive criticism as a motivation to learn

Physical Requirements:

• This position will require travel frequently to job sites throughout the United States.

• Work is primarily performed on active construction job sites, including highways, roadways, and heavy civil infrastructure projects.

• Regular exposure to outdoor weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, wind, and dust.

• Position requires walking, standing, climbing, bending, and lifting in a construction environment.

• May require extended work hours, early mornings, nights, weekends, and occasional holidays to meet project schedules.

• Frequent interaction with heavy equipment, moving machinery, traffic, and construction hazards; strict adherence to safety protocols is required.

• Travel between job sites may be required depending on project location.

• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is mandatory at all job sites.

Total Rewards

People are the most important asset at Ames Construction.

• Hourly Wage: $25-$50 which varies based on Union, location, skills and experience.

• Health & Welfare: Provided through Local Union Health Fund — medical, dental, vision, Rx

• Retirement: Pension Fund and Annuity Fund employer contributions per CBA

• Project-Based Pay: overtime, shift differential, per diem/subsistence, travel eligible

• Ames-Sponsored Benefits: Mental Health Benefits, Virtual Physical Therapy Benefits

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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.