Welder/ Piledriver

Ames Construction•Clyde, NC

42d•Onsite

About The Position

Ames Construction has been building America for more than 60 years, and the people who work here are the reason we continue to succeed. We are a full-service, heavy civil and industrial contractor building critical infrastructure, including highways, bridges, mines, dams, rail, and more. Our teams take on challenging projects that keep communities safe, supply chains moving, and the country connected. At Ames, we are Fueled by Family and Driven by Ownership. That means we look out for one another, take pride in what we build, and take responsibility for our actions, our results, and the long-term health of the company. Guided by our core values of People, Team, Our Bond, Persistence, and Vision, we do what we say we will do, push through challenges and deliver work we’re proud of. When you join Ames, you’re joining a company built for long-term success — where skilled people, strong teams, and disciplined execution come together to build careers and a better future.

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years of experience in pile driving, structural welding, heavy civil construction, bridge construction, or related field.
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.
Ability to work overtime, weekends, and travel as project schedules require.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred.
Valid driver's license preferred.

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.