Northwest Consulting & Construction LLC is hiring dependable, hardworking people to join our foundation and structural repair team. This is not ordinary general labor. Our crews perform specialized work involving foundation stabilization, helical piers, structural repair, concrete, excavation, waterproofing, crawlspace repairs, welding, framing, and other engineered repair systems. We are looking for people who want to learn a valuable trade, work hard, travel when required, and advance into higher-paying positions such as lead technician, equipment operator, welder, or crew foreman. PAY Starting pay is based on experience, reliability, references, construction background, and applicable skills. 

Entry-Level Technician:

$25.00•28.00 per hour 

Experienced Construction or Foundation Repair Technician:

$29.00•36.00 per hour 

Experienced Helical Pier Installer, Welder, or Equipment Operator:

$34.00•42.00 per hour 

Working Foreman or Crew Leader:

Up to $48.00 per hour based on qualifications and performance  Performance bonuses  Travel compensation or per diem when applicable  Regular performance and wage reviews  Opportunities for advancement  Increased pay for welding, concrete, excavation, equipment operation, foundation repair, and leadership experience Health insurance is not currently offered.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

 Installing helical piers and foundation-support systems  Performing structural and foundation repairs  Excavation and site preparation  Concrete placement, forming, finishing, and repair  Crawlspace and basement work  Installing waterproofing and drainage systems  Structural framing and reinforcement  Welding and steel fabrication  Operating construction equipment and specialty installation equipment  Loading, unloading, organizing, and maintaining tools and materials  Recording measurements, installation depths, torque readings, elevations, and materials used  Following engineered repair plans and installation instructions as directed by the crew leader or supervisor  Reporting jobsite information to supervisors and designated company personnel  Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe jobsite  Traveling to jobsites throughout Montana and surrounding areas  Working cooperatively with crew members, supervisors, and project managers

CHAIN OF COMMAND

This position is not responsible for communicating directly with engineers or managing customer relationships. Our technicians are expected to follow the direction of supervisors, work within the company chain of command, and remain focused on safe, accurate installation work.

EXPERIENCE WE VALUE

Previous foundation repair experience is helpful, but it is not required for the right person. We understand that many good applicants may not already have specialized foundation repair or technical installation experience. We provide hands-on training for employees who are dependable, mechanically capable, willing to learn, and serious about building a career.  Foundation repair  Helical pier installation  Concrete flatwork or structural concrete  Excavation  Welding or steel fabrication  Carpentry or structural framing  Equipment operation  Waterproofing  Residential or commercial construction  Mobile or manufactured-home foundation work  Heavy construction labor  Skilled trades  Truck, trailer, or equipment operation Applicants with strong construction experience, good work references, mechanical ability, and a proven work history will receive serious consideration even if they have never worked in foundation repair.

REQUIREMENTS

 Valid driver's license  Reliable transportation  Willing and able to travel, including occasional overnight travel  Able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions  Able to lift construction materials and perform physically demanding work  Comfortable working in crawlspaces, basements, excavations, and confined areas  Dependable attendance and punctuality  Ability to follow instructions, safety procedures, and the company chain of command  Ability to work well with crew members and supervisors  Willingness to learn specialized foundation and structural repair systems  Professional conduct on all jobsites  Reliable employment or professional references  Acceptable driving history when required  Drug-free and able to comply with company and project drug-testing requirements  Ability to pass applicable background, driving-record, or pre-employment screening requirements when required

REFERENCES

Applicants must provide work references who can speak to their reliability, attendance, work ethic, safety, construction ability, attitude, ability to follow instructions, and ability to work as part of a crew. References from previous supervisors, contractors, foremen, business owners, or long-term customers are preferred.

WHAT WE OFFER

 Paid hands-on training  Specialized foundation and structural repair experience  Regular performance reviews  Regular opportunities for wage advancement  Performance bonuses  Travel opportunities  Opportunities to learn welding, helical pier installation, concrete, excavation, structural repair, and equipment operation  Advancement into lead technician, equipment operator, and foreman positions  Work that develops valuable, specialized construction skills

THE PERSON WE WANT

 Takes pride in their work  Wants more than a temporary labor job  Is dependable, honest, and drug-free  Has a strong work ethic  Can follow instructions and respect supervisors and coworkers  Understands the importance of safety  Wants to learn a specialized trade  Is willing to travel when needed  Can handle long and physically demanding workdays  Wants the opportunity to earn more by becoming more skilled and valuable  Has good references and a proven record of showing up and completing assigned work The best candidate is not necessarily the person with the longest resume. We are looking for people with the right attitude, reliability, mechanical ability, work history, references, and willingness to learn.

WORK LOCATION AND SCHEDULE

Our primary location is Billings, Montana. Employees must be willing to travel to projects throughout Montana and surrounding areas. Some projects may require overnight stays. Travel expectations and compensation will be discussed before assignment. Full-time position. Schedules vary depending on project location, weather, travel, and job requirements. Overtime and overnight travel may occasionally be required.

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit your resume or a detailed summary of your work experience. Include your current location, confirmation that you have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation, your construction and trade experience, any welding, concrete, excavation, equipment, framing, or foundation repair experience, whether you are available to travel, your desired hourly wage, the earliest date you can start, and at least two work references with current contact information. Northwest Consulting & Construction LLC is looking for dependable, drug-free people who want to work, learn, advance, and build a long-term career in the structural repair industry.

Pay:

$25.00•$48.00 per hour

Benefits:

On-the-job training Opportunities for advancement

Work Location:

In person