Construction Craftsperson

Construction Craftsperson Ames, IA

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Woodruff Construction

Job Title:

Construction Craftsperson

Job Type:

Full-Time

Date Posted:

01/20/2026

Location:

Ames, IA

Salary:

$Commensurate on experience

Company Description:

Woodruff Construction

Woodruff Construction is an employee-owned general contractor founded in 1956 which offers award-winning design-build, construction management and project development services to clients across Iowa, with offices in Ames, Fort Dodge, Iowa City, Waterloo and Spencer. Our team not only strives to achieve our clients' goals and visions, but to also provide them with an enjoyable building experience.
We provide a dynamic environment where each individual is challenged to be his or her best, and we are continually searching for qualified professionals to join our team. Woodruff is committed to employing a diverse workforce and encourages those with a wide range of backgrounds to inquire about our job opportunities. Build your future with us.

Job Description:

How will you Build Your Future With Us?
Woodruff is seeking applicants who are reliable, hard-working team players to immediately fill open construction labor positions in Ames, IA. Woodruff has an in-house training program for candidates who show the desire to learn and develop new skills. This position will perform a variety of duties such as:

  • Demolition work
  • Earthwork and excavations
  • Place and finish concrete
  • Prepare layouts
  • Erect framework for structures
  • Install ceilings and walls
  • Weld
  • Signal operators
  • Additional construction-related tasks, as assigned

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The Woodruff Difference:
We offer a variety of unique perks for our employee-owners:

  • No experience necessary, WE will train YOU!
  • New hire tool kit provided, including 5 hi-vis shirts
  • Main working hours of 7:00-3:30 Monday-Friday
  • Most jobsites stay within a 60-mile radius in your region
  • $500 stay-on bonus after 60 days
  • Career-advancement programs
  • Starting base pay $18/hr, increases with experience
  • Company-sponsored outings and events

Benefits:
At Woodruff, we attribute our success to the investment and retention of our quality employees. Woodruff values its employees and offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

  • Competitive pay with weekly direct deposit
  • Work/Life balance – paid time off, holidays, volunteer time off, parental leave, and bereavement
  • 100% Employee Owned, you can become an employee-owner after only one year of service!
  • Competitive benefits – including medical, dental and vision, flexible spending account, and disability
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • 401K retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement and continuing education
  • Personalized career path
  • Employee assistance program

Job Type: Full-time

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