Employment
Vallencourt Construction is one of the leading utility contractors in Southeast United States. As such, we are always looking for energetic and experienced individuals to help with our continued growth.
Join Our Family
For over 80 years, Vallencourt Construction has operated as a family business. While many companies claim this, we truly prioritize being a family first and a business second. We value hard work and expect our employees to work diligently. However, we also recognize the importance of treating everyone—customers and employees alike—with the respect we would want for ourselves. These core principles have fostered an environment that has allowed Vallencourt Construction to become one of the largest employers in the Southeast United States. Simultaneously, we have cultivated a customer base that is both successful and satisfied with our services. We take immense pride in providing our employees with a safe, stable environment that challenges them and rewards their hard work.
Job Descriptions
LABORERS
Skilled, Semi-skilled and Unskilled Laborers: Vallencourt has a range of labor-type positions on asphalt crews, earth work crews, and pipe crews. Skilled labor positions require related and verifiable experience.
Job sites are generally located throughout the region, with occasional projects extending beyond these areas. Saturday work is often required, and holiday work may be necessary at times. Employees must have their own transportation.
Equipment Operators
Operator positions require candidates to undergo a performance test conducted by a Vallencourt Foreman or Superintendent. Testing appointments are scheduled only after employment history verification through Human Resources.
Operator positions require employees to have their own transportation to job sites. Projects are typically located in Duval, Clay, and St. Johns counties, but may extend beyond these areas. Saturday work is often necessary, and holiday work may be required at times.
Crew Foreman
All Foreman positions require relevant and verifiable experience. Specialties include pipe, roadway base, asphalt, service, and fine grading. Preference is given to those with a proven work history.
Superintendents
Candidates must have experience in underground utilities and earthwork or roadwork, along with a comprehensive understanding of commercial and residential construction. Responsibilities include coordinating with project managers, subcontractors, vendors, and foremen. A minimum of five years of experience in a similar role is preferred.
Estimators
To qualify for this position, candidates must have extensive professional experience in earthwork, utilities, and roadwork construction. A minimum of five years in civil construction estimating is highly preferred. The role requires the ability to immediately produce estimates for site development, utilities, and roadwork projects. While a degree in civil engineering or a related construction field is advantageous, it is not mandatory. Experience with DOT estimating is also beneficial. The selected candidate must maintain an acceptable driving record.
Project Managers
Applicants must have at least three years of experience in roles such as project manager, project engineer, or estimator. Candidates should possess a thorough understanding of commercial and residential construction materials and methods. Strong organizational, communication, and computer skills are essential. Responsibilities include communicating with owners and subcontractors, writing purchase orders and subcontracts, scheduling, invoicing, estimating, performing takeoffs, and coordinating with jobsite superintendents while maintaining positive client relationships across multiple projects.
Equipment Maintenance and Repair
We occasionally have openings in our mechanical and maintenance division, offering both shop and on-road positions.
Benefits
Health Insurance, Paid Time Off (Vacation & Holidays), and 401k.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Vallencourt Construction is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate against employees or job applicants based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, compensation, promotion, discipline, and termination. Additionally, Vallencourt Construction Co. maintains a drug-free workplace.