Field Welder & Piledriver – Heavy Civil Pro

Ames Construction; Clyde (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Ames Construction in Clyde, NC is seeking skilled pile drivers and welders to join our heavy civil and industrial team. You will operate pile-driving equipment, install deep foundation systems, and perform welding and fabrication to exacting standards on critical infrastructure projects.

Candidates should have at least 3 years' experience, ability to read blueprints, pass welding qualifications, and work safely in a dynamic field environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum 3 years in pile driving, welding, or heavy civil construction.
• Ability to pass welding qualification tests as required.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specs.
• Valid driver's license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate pile-driving equipment and related machinery.
• Install various piles and deep foundation systems.
• Perform structural welding, fabrication, cutting and fitting.
• Read blueprints, shop drawings, specs, and survey layouts.
• Maintain safety and communicate with crew; follow OSHA and site procedures.
• Travel to remote project locations as required.

Skills

Structural welding

Field fabrication

Reading blueprints

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred

Tools

Welding equipment

Torches

Grinders

Job description

Ames Construction in Clyde, NC is seeking skilled pile drivers and welders to join our heavy civil and industrial team. You will operate pile-driving equipment, install deep foundation systems, and perform welding and fabrication to exacting standards on critical infrastructure projects.

Candidates should have at least 3 years' experience, ability to read blueprints, pass welding qualifications, and work safely in a dynamic field environment.