Class A CDL Driver - Water Truck

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.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Drive and operate a water truck safely on and off the project sites
• Pre and Post Trip inspection of the truck in compliance with DOT regulations
• Fuel and grease truck daily
• Perform tasks involving filling, hauling, and spraying water on a project jobsite
• Spraying water by hand with a hose
• Other duties as assigned including helping crews

 Qualifications

• Class A CDL License
• Current Medical Card
• Air Brake endorsement required
• 2+ year’s construction experience
• Knowledgeable of DOT regulations
• Willingness to learn and accept direction from supervisors
• Communication and interpersonal skills are a must
• Ability to manage time, multitask, and prioritize

Working Conditions

• Travel – The position is located in either Shelby NC area or the Charlotte, NC area, with the potential of other locations throughout the Eastern Region.
• Construction Site Environment – physical ability to stand, walk, crawl, bend, reach and climb. Lifting and carrying material and objects.

Application Instructions

• This is a Union position
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test and maintain a clean driving record is required

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.