Structural Welder: Bridges & Heavy Civil Projects

Ames Construction; Clyde (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ames Construction is seeking skilled workers to join our heavy civil team in Ohio. You will operate pile-driving equipment, weld structural components, and install deep foundation systems on high-profile projects.

Candidates should have 3+ years in pile driving or related fields, be able to read drawings, and be willing to travel or work overtime as project needs require. We value safety, teamwork, and quality workmanship on every job site.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years experience in pile driving, structural welding or heavy civil construction.
• Ability to pass welding qualification tests as required by project specifications.
• Knowledge of structural steel erection, pile-driving methods, and heavy equipment operations.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Valid driver’s license preferred.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and travel as project schedules require.

Responsibilities

• Operate and assist with pile-driving equipment, cranes, hammers, vibratory drivers, and related construction machinery.
• Install steel piles, H-piles, pipe piles, sheet piles, and other deep foundation systems.
• Perform structural welding, fabrication, cutting, and fitting using SMAW, FCAW, and other approved welding processes.
• Read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, specifications, and survey layouts.
• Measure, align, and position piles and structural members to ensure proper installation.
• Conduct field modifications and repairs to piles, bridge components, structural steel, and construction equipment as required.
• Assemble, maintain, and disassemble pile-driving leads, templates, and support structures.
• Inspect welds and completed installations to ensure compliance with project requirements and applicable codes.
• Assist with rigging, signaling, and material handling activities.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and report maintenance needs.
• Work closely with crane operators, laborers, carpenters, ironworkers, and other craft personnel.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Follow all company safety policies, OSHA regulations, DOT requirements, and site-specific procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Pile driving

Structural welding

Heavy civil construction

Reading blueprints

Rigging & crane safety

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

OSHA 10/30 certification

NCCER Welding Certification

Job description

Ames Construction is seeking skilled workers to join our heavy civil team in Ohio. You will operate pile-driving equipment, weld structural components, and install deep foundation systems on high-profile projects.

Candidates should have 3+ years in pile driving or related fields, be able to read drawings, and be willing to travel or work overtime as project needs require. We value safety, teamwork, and quality workmanship on every job site.