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Superintendent

Woodburn, OR · On-site

Established in 1988, Kerr Contractors is a leading heavy civil general contractor and construction management firm headquartered in Woodburn, Oregon. Kerr Contractors is recognized as one of the most ...

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Low Boy Driver

Woodburn, OR · On-site

About Kerr Contractors: Established in 1988, Kerr Contractors is a leading heavy civil general contractor and construction management firm headquartered in Woodburn, Oregon. Kerr Contractors is ...

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Sweeper Operator

Woodburn, OR · On-site

About Kerr Contractors: Established in 1988, Kerr Contractors is a leading heavy civil general contractor and construction management firm headquartered in Woodburn, Oregon. Kerr Contractors is ...

Kerr Contractors

Low Boy Driver

Woodburn, OR · On-site

About Kerr Contractors: Established in 1988, Kerr Contractors is a leading heavy civil general contractor and construction management firm headquartered in Woodburn, Oregon. Kerr Contractors is ...

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Fabricators/Welders

Woodburn, OR · On-site

$20.75 - $26.50/hr

About Kerr Contractors: Established in 1988, Kerr Contractors is a leading heavy civil general contractor and construction management firm headquartered in Woodburn, Oregon. Kerr Contractors is ...

Together For Talent

Senior Estimator

Portland, OR · On-site

$120K - $140K/yr

Senior Estimator | General Contractor | Federal, Hard-Bid & Design-Build Location: Portland, OR (some travel required) Position Summary We are a General Contractor delivering complex construction ...

Kerr Contractors

Grade Foreman

Woodburn, OR · On-site

$31 - $33/hr

About Kerr Contractors: Established in 1988, Kerr Contractors is a leading heavy civil general contractor and construction management firm headquartered in Woodburn, Oregon. Kerr Contractors is ...

Kerr Contractors

Heavy Equipment Operator

Woodburn, OR · On-site

$25 - $35/hr

About Kerr Contractors: Established in 1988, Kerr Contractors is a leading heavy civil general contractor and construction management firm headquartered in Woodburn, Oregon. Kerr Contractors is ...

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Pipe Foreman - Heavy Civil Construction

KERR CONTRACTORS OREGON LLC

Woodburn, OR • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 29 days ago

Job description

About Kerr Contractors:Established in 1988, Kerr Contractors is a leading heavy civil general contractor and construction management firm headquartered in Woodburn, Oregon. Kerr Contractors is recognized as one of the most technically advanced earth-moving, road building, and underground utility contractors in the region. Our business is founded on trusting relationships, excellent service, workmanship that has enduring character, and meeting or exceeding customer expectations every time. We have staked our reputation on our ability to deliver each of these.

What You'll Do:

  • Lead & Supervise Crew to Safely & Effectively Execute the work assigned.
  • Safely & Productively Execute Utility Work, Including: Gravity & Pressure Systems
  • Safely & Productively Execute Mass Earthwork Activities, Including: Loading /Hauling Vehicles, Sanitary Sewers, Dry Utilities, Storm, Water
  • Communicate & Coordinate with the Superintendent & Project Manager for Work Scheduling, Testing, Inspection, Material Procurements, & Trucking.
  • Accurately Report Time, Materials, & Equipment Used Each Day.
  • Work as Part of a Cohesive Team w/ effective communication

What You'll Need

  • At least (5) years experience

Compensation & Benefits:

  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance ****(Employer pays monthly premiums for
  • Medical & Dental after waiting period + dependents included after additional waiting period - both fulfilling F/T successful employement at Kerr Contractors)
  • 401(k) with up to 4% employer match
  • Vacation + OSL
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Community involvement and team-building events
  • Opportunity to work on landmark projects that shape our communities

Equal Opportunity Statement: As an equal opportunity employer Kerr Contractors will hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Kerr Contractors also enforces a zero-tolerance drug policy.

Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, don't hesitate to get in touch with Human Resources at employment@kerrcontractors.com

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