Piledriverman - Primoris Heavy Civil - Jefferson, LA

7 James Construction Group, LLC; Louisiana (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Primoris Services Corporation is seeking a skilled Piledriverman for its Heavy Civil division in Jefferson, LA. The role focuses on operating pile-driving equipment to construct foundations for diverse heavy civil projects.

Responsibilities include operating hydraulic and vibratory hammers, reading blueprints, maintaining equipment, and ensuring safety on site. Strong teamwork and physical stamina are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of piledriverman experience in heavy civil construction.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and construction plans.
• Strong safety knowledge and practices; willing to follow PPE and site rules.
• Ability to work independently and in team; physically able to lift and work in weather.
• Valid driver’s license preferred; OSHA 10/30 certification a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate pile-driving equipment (hydraulic, vibratory hammers, leads) per plan.
• Interpret blueprints and construction plans to locate piles.
• Maintain and assist with assembly of pile-driving equipment.
• Set and align piles to specified plumb and grade.
• Monitor equipment performance and adjust as needed.
• Communicate with crew, supervisors, and other trades.
• Follow safety regulations and wear PPE.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance and inspections.
• Troubleshoot minor issues and report major malfunctions.
• Participate in pre-job safety briefings and daily toolbox talks.
• Keep work area clean and organized.

Skills

Pile driving operation

Blueprint reading

Safety compliance

Team player

Physical stamina

Driver's license

OSHA 10/30 certification

High school diploma

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

OSHA 10/30 certification

Tools

Hydraulic hammers

Vibratory hammers

Pile leads

Job description

Primoris Services Corporation is seeking a skilled Piledriverman for our Heavy Civil division in Jefferson, LA. This role involves operating pile-driving equipment to construct foundations for various heavy civil projects.

Job Responsibilities

• Operate various types of pile-driving equipment, including hydraulic hammers, vibratory hammers, and leads.
• Interpret blueprints, schematics, and construction plans to determine pile locations and depths.
• Assist in the assembly, disassembly, and maintenance of pile-driving equipment.
• Set and align piles according to specifications, ensuring proper plumb and grade.
• Monitor equipment performance and make necessary adjustments during operations.
• Communicate effectively with crew members, supervisors, and other trades.
• Adhere to all safety regulations and company policies, including wearing appropriate PPE.
• Perform routine maintenance and inspections on equipment.
• Troubleshoot minor equipment issues and report major malfunctions to supervisors.
• Participate in pre-job safety briefings and daily tool-box talks.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

Job Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a Piledriverman in heavy civil construction.
• Proven experience operating various types of pile-driving equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and construction documents.
• Strong understanding of construction safety practices and procedures.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Physical ability to lift heavy objects, climb, and work in various weather conditions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Valid driver's license preferred.
• OSHA 10 or 30 certification is a plus.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Company Overview

Primoris Heavy Civil provides highway, port, airfield, rail and marine (intermodal transportation) construction services to private commercial and industrial clients as well as governmental entities such as the Department of Transportation and the US Army Corps of Engineers. Heavy Civil is comprised of six operating units that include North Louisiana Operations, South Louisiana Operations, Texas Operations, HMA Paving Operations, Concrete Paving Operations, and the Infrastructure Rehabilitation Unit.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation, paid weekly.
• Best-in-class medical, dental, vision, and LTD/STD coverage.
• 401(k) with company match, vested on day one.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan [ESPP].
• Pet coverage for your furry friends.
• Legal assistance coverage.
• Award-winning safety programs.

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Agency Statement

We are not accepting resumes from Third Party Recruiting Firms for this position. If you are an Agency or Search firm representative, contact the Primoris Talent Acquisition Manager directly for consideration. Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resumes and online response forms through this source. In addition, Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees on unsolicited resumes that are submitted to any member of the Staffing or Operations team. Primoris has established an approved vendor program for this service and will only consider accepting submissions from those approved firms. For consideration in becoming an approved vendor, contact HR.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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