Careers at Jenkins

Build Work You Can Be Proud Of

Join a third-generation heavy civil contractor serving the Carolinas since 1948. Jenkins hires people who take pride in doing the job right, working safely, and building a career in the field.

Why Jenkins

Real crews. Real equipment. Real growth.

Our work covers grading, asphalt paving, underground utilities, hauling, materials, and site development. The right people can build long-term careers here, from field labor to skilled operator, driver, foreman, superintendent, and project leadership roles.

Work that matters

Jenkins crews help build the roads, schools, industrial sites, neighborhoods, utilities, and public infrastructure that keep the region moving.

Safety comes first

We look for people who protect the crew, respect the equipment, and understand that a good day ends with everyone going home safely.

Room to grow

Whether you are experienced or ready to start, Jenkins values reliability, coachability, and pride in craft.

Who We Hire

Field, Trucking, Utility, Paving, Estimating, and Project Management roles.

This page highlights priority roles and gives strong candidates a direct way to apply for future opportunities with Jenkins.

Field crews

  • General laborers
  • Grade crew team members
  • Pipe and utility crew members

Skilled operators and drivers

  • Equipment operators
  • CDL dump truck drivers
  • Lowboy and materials support

Estimating and Project Management

  • Estimators
  • Project managers

Current Openings

Priority Roles at Jenkins

We welcome strong candidates for priority roles that are important to our field operations. Tell us about your experience and the kind of work you are looking for, and the Jenkins team will review your application directly.

Equipment Operators

Full-time Field Gastonia area

Operate heavy equipment on grading, paving, utilities, and site development projects. Candidates should value safety, teamwork, daily production, and taking care of equipment.

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Foremen

Full-time Leadership Field operations

Lead crews in the field with a focus on safety, coordination, production, and quality work. Candidates should be comfortable planning daily work, communicating clearly, and setting the pace for the crew.

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