Equipment Superintendent

Ames Construction has built America for more than 60 years, and the exceptional people who make up our team are a vital factor in our success. We are a full-service, heavy civil and industrial general contractor that brings innovative solutions to many market segments, from highway and bridge construction to mining and rail. Ames is an employee -owned company that retains its entrepreneurial spirit while offering the experience and stability of a proven construction industry leader. Equipped with our core values of People, Team, Our Bond, Persistence, and Vision, we make communities across the U.S. safer, keep supply chains moving, and lay the groundwork for a sustainable future. By joining Ames, you will be working with talented colleagues at an award-winning, nationally recognized top 65 general contractor.

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Essential Functions

• Must have at least 10-15 years of experience in: Caterpillar Equipment, welding/fabrication, CAT ET and SIS web experience, Cummins engine repair
• Must have competency on John Deere, Komatsu, Volvo, Gehl, and other construction equipment
• Must have competency in operation, maintenance, diagnostic and repair of light plants, generators, compressors, pumps and small compaction equipment
• Must have proficiency in Microsoft computer programs (Excel, Windows operating systems)
• Must have leadership capabilities to oversee a team of field service employees as a working supervisor
• Must understand and adhere to the personal responsibility of safety, and work safely at all times
• Ability to work as a team, communicate effectively, and take ownership of assigned tasks
• Maintain Field Service truck and company provided tooling and equipment.
• Must comply with all DOT regulations, including maintaining and completing daily log books, inspections, etc. and have clean driving record and Class A CDL with proper endorsements, tank and hazmat is preferred
• Must be willing to have a flexible work shift, work extended hours or possible weekends and work out of town as workload requires
• Demonstrate excellent work ethic with self-motivation and ability to work safe with minimal supervision on work site, while maintaining Ames Construction expectations of thoroughness
• Willing to complete all job tasks as required by supervisor

• Experience working on Caterpillar and construction related equipment.
• Have and maintain a CDL and DOT medical card
• Must have excellent troubleshooting skills with confident ability to navigate through electrical and hydraulic schematics
• Self-starter with lots of ambition
• Willing to promote a teamwork atmosphere working closely with all departments throughout the company
• Can work in a high-pressure environment and maintain a professional and positive attitude
• Excellent mechanical skills with prior experience
• Understand the urgency of our industry in getting Ames Construction equipment back up and running
• Excellent organization and communication skills

• Travel This position is based out of the Ames Construction shop in Salt LAke City, UT.
• Construction Site Environment physical ability to stand, walk, crawl, bend, reach and climb. Lifting and carrying material and objects. Exposed to high noise levels.
• Schedule: 10hour shifts, swing shifts (day or night).

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Ames Construction is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.