Salary Range: $22.50 - $24.50 including $13.74 fringe benefit package with medical, dental, vision insurance along with a pension for retirement. Per diem also available depending on the location from home address to project location. Herberger Construction Company, Inc. is a primarily a heavy highway construction company based in Indianola, Iowa. Our primary focus is bridge construction, but we also drive piling and construct flood and retaining walls, pump stations and culverts. Herberger Construction received an AGC award from a committee of peers, based on quality of work, job particulars, budget and other criteria. Check out a few of our projects: http://www.herbergerconstruction.com/projects.html Like a road’s base installation, Herberger Construction employees form the foundation of our business. We are a 3rd generation company that has been in business in Iowa for over 60 years. While we primarily operate in central Iowa, we have built bridges in all 99 Iowa counties and completed a bridge in Lawrence, Kansas in 2009. Herberger Construction Company, Inc. is a primarily a heavy highway construction company based in Indianola, Iowa. Our primary focus is bridge construction, but we also drive piling and construct flood and retaining walls, pump stations and culverts. Job Description Construction laborers typically do the following: • Clean and prepare construction sites by removing debris and possible hazards. • Load or unload building materials to be used in construction. • Build or take apart bracing, barricades, forms, scaffolding, and temporary structures. • Dig trenches, back-fill holes, or compact earth to prepare for construction. • Operate or tend equipment and machines used in construction, such as a cutting torch. • Help other craft workers with their duties. • Follow construction plans and instructions from the people they are working for. • Climbing ladders and working on uneven ground. • Working outdoors in all seasons. • Being able to work as a Team. Responsibilities • Report each day on time and ready and willing to work. • Ensure reliable transportation to job-site. • Ensure project safety rules and environmental regulations are followed at all times. • Standard hand tools (Power tools supplied). • Communicate daily with superintendent and/or project manager. • Take direction provided by superiors and implement construction industry best practices to complete the tasks assigned. Qualifications • Experience on heavy highway construction projects. • Must be comfortable working at heights. • Understanding of safety risks (OSHA) and the precautions required to eliminate those risks. • Must have good communication skills. • Thorough knowledge of all aspects of construction materials, tools, equipment, and methods. • Ability to think clearly in critical and high pressure situations. • Minimum of one year construction experience. • High School Diploma/GED is required. Important Qualities Math skills. Laborers need to perform basic math calculations to do their job. They often help with measuring on job-sites or they may be part of a surveying crew. Mechanical skills. Laborers frequently are required to operate and maintain equipment, such as jackhammers. Physical stamina. Laborers must have endurance to perform strenuous tasks throughout the day. Highway laborers, for example, spend hours on their feet—often in hot temperatures—with few breaks. Physical strength. Laborers often must lift heavy materials or equipment up to 75 lbs. Benefits Union Benefits after 600 Hrs. Herberger Construction Company, Inc. is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, handicap, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. For immediate consideration click the Apply button above.
See More Details >>We are a General Contractor, Construction Manager, and Design-Builder serving our local Ames and central Iowa Commercial and Industrial Markets. At Story Construction, we're more than just a construction company - we're a community of passionate individuals dedicated to building excellence and making a lasting impact. Everything we do revolved around building a joyful work environment and making a difference in the communities in which we work. As a 100% employee-owned company based out of Ames, IA, every member of our team has a stake in our success through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Position Overview: Are you a facilitative leader with a knack for overseeing construction projects from start to finish? We are looking for a Superintendent to join our project-planning team! As a Superintendent, you will be overseeing all aspects of on-site construction activities, ensuring that projects are completed on time, within Story's quality standards, and in accordance with safety regulations. Superintendents often act as mentors for our field staff as they learn and grow within construction. Why choose Story Construction? Family-Oriented: Our focus on local projects supports work-life balance so that you can spend less time traveling and more time with your loved ones. Our typical footprint spans just a 80-mile radius from Ames. Support: Our Superintendents are assigned to one project at a time, allowing you to focus on delivering exceptional results. Our planning process is driven by collaboration; enjoy the benefits of a supportive team that has your back. Ownership: Become a part of our Employee Stock Ownership Plan and share in the success of our company. Learn about how we became an ESOP company here. A Culture That Can't Be Beat: We foster a people-centered atmosphere where respect, trust, collaboration, and teamwork is key, and every employee's well-being and growth is prioritized. Learn more about our culture here. Key Responsibilities Supervisory • Leads the foremen and crews in their professional development through mentoring, teaching, training, coaching, and periodic performance reviews. • Increases the effectiveness and efficiency of the foremen and crews by providing all the inputs necessary to allow high-quality work assignments and work zones to be created for each crew. Site Leadership • Responsible for the day-to-day onsite management of projects. • Ensures that all logistical support is completed timely so the foremen can concentrate on the daily crew production planning, execution, and improvement. • Develops a complete understanding of the plans and specifications, including how the company’s and subcontractors’ work intertwines. • Orders materials, tools, and equipment; ensures accurate inventory records are maintained. • Leads the deployment and execution of project and schedule planning and all other project management tools. Prioritizes and plans work activities and approaches work in a methodical manner. • Monitors progress records, material usage reports, and analyzes costs. • Estimates resources needed for project completion and ensures timely completion of work. • Assists with cost projections and monthly cost reports. Anticipates obstacles to project completion and develops contingency plans. • Reports and corrects potentially unsafe conditions. • Creates a positive environment on the job site for continuous learning and improvement. Benefits: • Opportunity to participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) • 3 weeks of paid time off (PTO) and 6 company-paid holidays • Company 401K plan with company match • Eligibility to participate in annual bonus pool, with satisfactory performance • Health, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance • Company work truck, computer, and cell phone • Paid Bereavement Leave • Company-paid term life insurance, AD&D, and long-term disability • Company-paid employee assistance program (EAP) • Medical and dependent care flex benefits plans • Career Development Plan personalized to you and your career goals • Weekly pay via direct deposit • Safety boot and prescription safety glasses reimbursement Qualifications: • 4-year technical degree, a 2-year technical degree with 2 years of experience, or equivalent combination of experience and training required. 4-year technical degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, or related study preferred. • 5+ years of commercial general contracting experience. • Experience leading self-perform crews. • Experience leading projects of $10M+ value. Travel: Jobsites are primarily located in Central Iowa; however, Occasional out-of-town or overnight travel may be expected. Working Conditions & Physical Requirements: Superintendents are expected to report to the jobsite. Employees may be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, vibration, loud noises, and more within OSHA standards. Employees may be exposed to outdoor conditions that include inclement weather such as heat, humidity, cold, wind, and dust. Must be able to lift and carry up to 30 pounds regularly and 50 pounds occasionally, stand for long periods of time, walk for moderate-to-long distances on varying surface conditions, climb, crawl, crouch, reach, grip, push, and pull without issue. Must possess adequate communicative, auditory, and visual capabilities to avoid safety hazards and help others do the same. Story Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Story is a drug-free workplace, and employment is contingent on the successful passing of a drug test. Story Construction participates in E-Verify.
See More Details >>Construction Laborer job at Henkel. Ames, IA. Perform tasks involving physical labor at building, highway, and heavy construction projects, and demolition sites. May operate hand and power tools of all types: air hammers, earth tampers, cement mixers, small mechanical hoists, surveying and measu Construction, Laborer, Equipment, Concrete, Account, Mason Henkel
See More Details >>Entering the masonry trade in Ames, IA, typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 47,918 masonry workers nationwide, with projections showing a -2% growth rate from 2018-2028. In Ames, IA, apprentices earn an average of $43,974 per year, with the median annual wage for masonry workers at $53,010. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring masons find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $85,630 annually for experienced professionals.
