Oversee daily crushing activities and production schedules
Ensure compliance with safety standards, regulations, and company policies
Manage, coach, and direct crushing crew members
Coordinate equipment, materials, and resources
Troubleshoot operational issues and optimize production efficiency
Conduct daily reporting and communicate progress to management
Direct daily tasks of operators, mechanics, and laborers
Conduct safety meetings and inspections
Assist with equipment setup, adjustments, and troubleshooting
Monitor production quality and output
Maintain accurate logs and documentation
Load material into crushers and screen plants safely and efficiently
Manage stockpiles and maintain clean working areas
Perform daily equipment inspections
Assist with minor equipment maintenance
Diagnose and repair mechanical issues on crushers, conveyors, screens, and related equipment
Perform preventative maintenance and component replacements
Inspect equipment daily to identify potential failures
Assist operators with machine adjustments
Operate crushers, screens, and conveyors
Monitor equipment performance and adjust settings as needed
Perform routine maintenance and assist with plant setup
Ensure material quality meets production requirements
Requirements
5+ years' experience in aggregate crushing operations
Strong leadership and communication skills
Working knowledge of crushing equipment and heavy civil operations
Crushing Foreman
Supervises daily work of the crushing crew and supports the superintendent in maintaining safe and efficient operations.
3+ years' crushing or heavy equipment experience
Ability to lead a crew and prioritize tasks
Strong commitment to safety
Loader Operators
Operate front‑end loaders to feed the crusher, manage stockpiles, and support overall material handling.
Experience operating large loaders in construction or mining
Ability to work in fast‑paced production environments
Crusher Mechanics
Maintain, repair, and troubleshoot crushing equipment to ensure minimal downtime and safe operation.
Mechanical experience with crushing or heavy industrial equipment
Knowledge of hydraulics, conveyors, and bearings
Ability to work in outdoor and rugged environments
Crusher Operators
Operate crushing and screening equipment to produce required aggregate specifications.
Experience in aggregate crushing preferred
Mechanical aptitude and strong safety awareness
General Requirements for All Positions
Commitment to safety as the #1 priority
Ability to work in outdoor, heavy civil construction environments
Reliable transportation and ability to work extended or variable hours
Ability to lift and carry heavy materials as needed
Team‑oriented attitude and strong communication skills
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.
Benefits
Health insuranceVision insuranceEquity / stock options
Additional Information
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.
Crushing Superintendent
Leads and manages all aspects of the crushing operation, ensuring safety, production targets, equipment performance, and crew leadership.
Amesconstruction · Asheville, NC