Field Superintendent: Agricultural Millwright Lead

Mid-States Companies; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan (100% company-paid HDHP)

401(k) match (5%)

Profit sharing for all team members

Boot and eyeglass allowance

PTO and holidays

Job summary

Mid-States Millwright & Builders is seeking a Site Superintendent to own our job sites from kickoff to punch-list. You will lead millwright crews and subcontractors on new construction, expansions, and repair projects, collaborating with Project Managers to deliver on schedule, on budget, and to Mid-States standards.

This leadership role emphasizes agricultural equipment expertise, crew development, and a clear path toward project management as you grow with the company.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in agricultural construction or related industry.
• Advanced knowledge of agricultural equipment, operation, repair and maintenance.
• Proficiency reading blueprints, planning and overseeing equipment installation.
• Excellent communication with crew, internal teams, and customers.
• Meticulous and organized approach to tracking work against schedules.
• Strong math skills including fractions and decimals.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs., and 50 lbs. repeatedly for up to 10-hour shifts.
• Valid driver’s license; may involve driving a company vehicle.
• Willingness to undergo pre-employment background check and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all field operations at assigned job sites, leading Millwright I and II teams and subcontractors.
• Train, guide, and develop your crew to meet equipment specifications and company standards.
• Meet with owner’s representatives, manage milestones, and build relationships with customers.
• Execute project scopes to keep work on time and within budget.
• Report daily to Project Manager on milestones, hours by task, and progress photos.
• Finish jobs completely before moving on; communicate schedule changes early.
• Lead and document weekly toolbox talks; ensure safety requirements are met.
• Coordinate with Project Management, Operations, Safety, Sales, Drafting, and Manufacturing.
• Handle field administration: purchase orders, daily activity photos, timesheets, safety documentation.
• Close out projects with punch lists from walkthroughs with owners and subcontractors.
• Work 20 days on, then 5 days off on rotating schedule.
• Grow career along field leadership path toward project management.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Blueprint reading

English proficiency

Physical stamina

Job description

Mid-States Millwright & Builders is seeking a Site Superintendent to own our job sites from kickoff to punch-list. You will lead millwright crews and subcontractors on new construction, expansions, and repair projects, collaborating with Project Managers to deliver on schedule, on budget, and to Mid-States standards.

This leadership role emphasizes agricultural equipment expertise, crew development, and a clear path toward project management as you grow with the company.