American Contracting is a  construction company based in Spearfish, South Dakota, specializing in government, commercial, and residential projects. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality construction services with a commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction. Learn more at americanbuildit.com We are currently seeking an experienced and skilled Construction Foreman with strong experience in concrete to join our team. 

Job Description:

As a Construction Foreman, you will play a crucial role in overseeing and managing construction projects, particularly those involving concrete work. You will ensure that projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and safety. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational and trade skills, the ability to operate heavy equipment, and the capability to read and interpret construction plans.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and coordinate construction activities on-site, ensuring compliance with project plans and specifications.
• Oversee and manage concrete work for various projects, including government, commercial, and residential.
• Organize and direct the work of construction crews, ensuring efficient use of materials and labor.
• Operate heavy equipment as needed, ensuring safe and effective use.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications to ensure accurate project execution.
• Ensure all work is performed in accordance with safety regulations and company policies.
• Communicate effectively with project managers, clients, and team members.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues that arise during construction, making adjustments as necessary.
• Conduct regular site inspections to ensure quality and safety standards are met.

Qualifications:

• Must be bilingual in English and Spanish.
• Proven experience as a Construction Foreman, with a strong focus on concrete work.
• Excellent organizational and trade skills.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment and perform hands-on work as needed.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting construction plans and blueprints.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation. 

Salary: between 65K-135k depending on experience.

If you meet the above qualifications and are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience to office@americanbuildit.com  or apply online at Americanbuildit.com

General Summary:
Provides support to the Service Delivery team in overseeing all aspects of service delivery projects. This position is responsible for interacting with project teams to ensure all activities in a project life cycle are conducted and executed on time. Will assist in the development of comprehensive plans and the management of customer and vendor relations. Must communicate with resources to accomplish project tasks and maintain project schedules. Maintains service delivery project records, invoices, materials used, etc. Prepares correspondence, tracks projects, and provides necessary follow-up. Establishes and preserves the filing and paperwork involved in service delivery projects.

Essential Job Functions:

• Maintains a CRM database to track all aspects of service delivery projects, including customer correspondence, contract obligations, materials used, and other required documents.
• Prepares plans, specifications, contracts and amendments, reports, and general correspondence to document the various requirements of projects.
• Serves as the single point of contact for assigned projects, with the responsibility for various aspects of the development and implementation of projects.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders affected by assigned projects.
• Facilitates and troubleshoots problems associated with coordination, development, and design of projects.
• Audit records in various OSS software to ensure proper provisioning and billing of services.
• Assists in the management and monitoring of the e-rate connectivity programs.
• Handles quotes, service order entry and service delivery functions for the business sales channel.
• Define and document procedures by agreed methodology.
• Support the maintenance and entry of billing and project records, including feedback for process improvements.
• Create, distribute, and track correspondence within the Service Delivery Department.
• Advise and assist project team members in the application of project procedures and recording and reporting standards.
• Coordination of add/move/change requests including timely and accurate ordering and activation of service requests by the Company’s business sales channels.
• Communicates with customers in providing quotes and service delivery functions for the Company’s connectivity products.
• Develop and support effective communication mechanisms between the project teams.
• Must be able to work on-site at a Golden West designated reporting location.
• Must be able to travel to and from other Golden West locations, as needed, to perform position duties or assigned functions.

Other Responsibilities:

• Perform all other related duties as assigned by Management.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of Company products and services.
• Knowledge of Company policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of project management principles and practices.
• Excellent computer skills using Windows, Excel, Word, and Visio.
• Knowledge of customer expectations and Company processes for service level agreements and other commitments to ensure projects stay on track and within budget.
• Good verbal and written communication skills, particularly in correspondence utilizing mailing services and e-mail.
• Must demonstrate a positive attitude and courteous manner.
• Knowledge of the telecommunications industry and services.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and practices.
• Good organizational and filing skills that will aid in the closeout of completed projects within specified timelines and keeping projects current.
• Ability to operate office equipment such as copiers, faxes, and printers.
• Ability to multi-task while maintaining accuracy.
• Ability to work within a team structure, and also independently without continual supervision.
• Must be self-motivated and able to make independent decisions.
• Must be flexible and be able to handle ambiguity.
• Ability to pay close attention to detail.
• Ability to locate and correct discrepancies in data records.
• Ability to recommend operating process changes along with problem/solution resolution.
• Must be able to work on-site at a Golden West designated reporting location.
• Must be able to travel to and from other Golden West locations, as needed, to perform position duties or assigned functions.

Education and/or Experience:
Degree in office management, administrative, and/or related field. Minimum of two years experience working in an office environment. Project management certification preferred.

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations:
Must have, or be able to obtain, and maintain a valid South Dakota driver’s license, have an excellent driving record, and be insurable under the Company’s policy carrier.
Must be willing to obtain a Project Management certification within three (3) years.
 
Other Qualifications and/or Credentials:
Must live in a Golden West Exchange.

Working Conditions:
Good working conditions with the absence of disagreeable conditions. Climate-controlled building with adequate lighting and space. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Note:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Disclaimer:
The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

General Summary:
The IT Systems Administrator I (Linux Systems) is responsible for administering, maintaining, monitoring, securing, backing up, and optimizing the Company's IT systems and infrastructure. The IT Systems Administrator I will participate in the configuration of IT systems through project-based initiatives and resolve escalated operational issues related to supported systems in at least one area of specialization: Microsoft Systems, Linux Systems, or Infrastructure/Platform Systems.

Essential Job Functions:

• Assist in problem resolution of assigned IT systems.
• Collaborate with other IT personnel on project-based initiatives to upgrade or enhance the performance of IT systems.
• Configuration and administration of assigned IT systems.
• Monitor and optimize the performance of assigned IT systems.
• Secure assigned IT systems.
• Ensure assigned IT systems are kept in compliance with company standards.
• Research, evaluate, and recommend solutions to IT systems or processes.
• Upgrade and maintain assigned IT systems, including server operating systems, various software applications, and the supporting platforms and infrastructure.
• Facilitate the Company's IT standards and interoperability with other systems by engaging with other technical staff and departments to ensure connectivity and compatibility between systems.
• Develop tools and training to support operational staff.
• Write documentation for assigned IT systems and supporting processes.
• Maintain confidentiality of the Company's records and IT systems and processes.
• Participate in after-hours and on-call support on a rotational basis.

Other Responsibilities:

• Performs all other related duties as assigned by Management.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Intermediate level of knowledge and direct working experience in at least one of the following areas of specialization:
• Microsoft Server operating systems, Active Directory and supporting services (DNS, DHCP, IIS, etc.), Office365/Azure/Entra ID, MSSQL, and client/server applications.
• Linux Server operating systems (Ubuntu, Debian, RHEL, etc.), open-source systems including Postfix and Dovecot, system automation platforms (Rundeck, Ansible, etc.), common database applications such as MySQL, back-end development (PHP, Perl, Golang, Python, etc.), and RESTful API design principles and methods.
• VMware (vCenter, ESXI, etc.), server hardware, iSCSI SAN technologies, datacenter and office networking, and firewalls
• Intermediate knowledge of networking technologies and protocols, including IP Routing and Ethernet Switching.
• Intermediate Knowledge of backup solutions and techniques.
• Knowledge of Company policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of Company products and services.
• Ability to dissect and solve problems and make sound judgment calls.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve system performance issues.
• Ability to prioritize and complete multiple projects.
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to operate MS Office productivity applications and office equipment.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical documentation.
• Ability to communicate with co-workers and customers in a professional and courteous manner.
• Ability to learn new skills and technologies to accomplish the goals of the company.
• Must be organized with attention to detail.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Ability to work independently and adapt in a rapidly changing technical environment.
• Ability to effectively function as a team player and to project a positive attitude. Provide exceptional customer service to internal and external customers.

Education and/or Experience:

• Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering and 1 year of experience in IT Systems Administration or related IT job; or 3 years of direct transferrable experience working in IT Systems or related IT job.
• Must have direct experience with systems in area of specialization.

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations:

• Must have or be able to obtain a core certification in a given specialization within one year (Microsoft systems, Linux systems, Virtualization platforms, etc.). Certification status is expected to be maintained.
• Must have, or be able to obtain, and maintain a valid South Dakota driver's license, have an excellent driving record and be insurable under the Company's insurance policy.

Other Qualifications and/or Credentials:

• Knowledge of the ITL 4 framework is preferred.
• Knowledge of the NIST cybersecurity framework is preferred.

Working Conditions:
Good working conditions with the absence of disagreeable conditions. Climate controlled building with adequate lighting and space. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Note:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Disclaimer:
The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

General Summary:

As an essential part of the Human Resources team, this role focuses on enhancing HR programs' overall efficiency and effectiveness while emphasizing exceptional customer service to internal and external stakeholders. The Human Resources Generalist is crucial in handling the end-to-end payroll cycle and its related components. This position actively contributes to supporting the Human Resources Department in companywide policy and process implementation, training, and development initiatives, and ensuring strict compliance with local, state, and federal employment laws and regulations. Position responsibilities are carried out at a professional and administrative level, requiring a high standard of confidentiality and ethical conduct.

Essential Job Functions:

• Assist the Director of Human Resources in partnering with employees and Management to implement and communicate Company and employment policies, procedures, laws, standards, and government regulations.
• Provide guidance, training, and backup support to other members of the HR team.
• Oversee the complete payroll cycle, ensuring accurate and timely processing of employee timesheets, wages, commissions, benefits, deductions, and reports while ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable laws. Provides backup support to additional internal company payroll processing.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for employees and external contacts with payroll-related inquiries, providing exceptional customer service.
• Complete and oversee the timely and accurate deposit of taxes and other withholdings, keeping current with changing regulations.
• Maintain organized and up-to-date payroll records, including employee data, pay rates, benefit elections, and other deductions.
• Work closely with other HR team members to support broader HR initiatives and ensure seamless HR and payroll functions.
• Process draft registers and reconcile accounts related to Company benefits.

• Provide advanced knowledge and guidance to employees on the Company's benefits and assist employees with enrollment and inquiries.
• Process and monitor Workers' Compensation claims, FMLA, and other Leaves of Absence with continual communication with the employee and Management.
• Responsible for all new hire reporting and verification as state and federal law requires.
• Assist with the administration of the HRIS system, performance management system, and applicant tracking system.
• Update and maintain employee files, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and confidentiality.
• Recommend new approaches, policies, and procedures to improve the department's efficiency and services performed.

• Assists with projects that require collecting and analyzing data, maintaining records and databases, and preparing various human resources-related reports.
• Assists with large projects such as open enrollment, position descriptions, performance management programs, and other projects as requested.
• Responsible for interviewing external candidates and providing recommendations to the Director of Human Resources.
• Maintains and updates various Excel and other daily, monthly, or annual worksheets.
• Assist with all employment-related administrative duties from recruiting to termination.

• Will handle a variety of communications and correspondence at a professional level.
• Will use various computer software requiring advanced computer knowledge.
• Must be able to work on-site at a Golden West designated reporting location.
• Must be willing and able to travel to and from other Golden West locations, as needed, to perform Human Resource functions.

Other Responsibilities:

• Perform all other related duties as assigned by Management.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Advanced knowledge of human resources and payroll principles and practices.
• Knowledge of state and federal employment laws and regulations.
• Knowledge of the telecommunications industry.
• Working knowledge of Company products and services.
• Knowledge of Company policies, practices, and procedures.
• Knowledge of worker's compensation and health insurance claims administration.
• Advanced knowledge of regulatory compliance issues, requirements, and employment laws such as ADA, COBRA, ERISA, FLSA, FMLA, HIPAA, OSHA, etc.
• Skills in interviewing and investigation techniques.
• Advanced reading, writing, and mathematical skills.
• Skill in handling sensitive situations professionally.
• Highly proficient skills in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Skills in prioritizing and organizing multiple work assignments.
• Ability to communicate well with employees and various business contacts professionally and courteously.
• Considerable ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, departments, and the public.
• Ability to be well organized, accept responsibility for, and work under stressful situations with frequent interruptions.

• Strong working knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Ability to think strategically and make sound decisions while analyzing the impact of those decisions, sometimes with little information available.
• Ability to analyze volumes of data, identify problems/errors, and correct or resolve them.
• Ability to complete work accurately under time constraints and deadlines.
• Ability to pay close attention to detail and maintain memory for numerous pieces of information.
• Advanced ability to maintain efficient workflow.
• Must be able to work on-site at a Golden West designated reporting location.
• Must be willing and able to travel to and from other Golden West locations, as needed, to perform Human Resource functions.
• Must live in Golden West Exchange, depending on the reporting location.

Education and/or Experience:

Bachelor's degree in human resources, accounting, or equivalent combination of education and progressive Human Resources experience. Minimum of three years of experience in a Human Resources or payroll position. FPC, CPP, PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP designation preferred.

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations:

Must have, or be able to obtain, and maintain a valid South Dakota driver's license, have an excellent driving record, and be insurable under the Company's policy carrier.

Must be willing to obtain Human Resource and/or Payroll certification within two years of employment.

Working Conditions:

Good working conditions with the absence of disagreeable conditions. Climate-controlled building with adequate lighting and space. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Note:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Disclaimer:

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.