Construction Assistant

Join the Nwestco Revolution!

At Nwestco LLC, we don’t just work in the Petroleum and Car Wash Equipment industry—we lead it. For over 25 years, we’ve set the standard across the Northwest and Rockies, delivering innovation, reliability, and excellence to our customers.

We're on the hunt for a highly skilled Construction Assistant to join our growing team in Kalispell, MT. If you’re driven, safety-focused, and ready to grow with a company that values your experience, this is your moment.

The pay range is $25hr- $30/hr depending on experience and includes benefits.

Your Mission:

• Operating Heavy equipment (skid steer, fork lift) & Towing Heavy Equipment

• Perform general labor tasks including site prep, excavation, backfilling, and material handling.

• Assist skilled trades (e.g., pipefitters, equipment operators, welders) on petroleum-related installations.

• Follow strict safety procedures, including PPE use, confined space entry protocols, and spill prevention.

• Maintain clean and organized job sites, including hazardous material containment zones.

• Operate hand tools and small equipment (e.g., compactors, jackhammers, cutoff saws) under supervision.

• Load, unload, and transport materials, tools, and equipment across job sites.

• Support fuel system construction tasks such as trenching, piping, formwork, and concrete pours.

• Participate in daily safety meetings and follow site-specific safety and environmental plans.

• Report unsafe conditions or equipment malfunctions to supervisors immediately.

• Assist with equipment maintenance, job site setup, and cleanup.

What You Bring to the Table:

• Prior experience working on construction or industrial job sites, preferably in petroleum, oil & gas, or utilities.

• Familiarity with basic construction tools and equipment; able to safely operate under supervision.

• Exposure to or work involving fuel systems, tanks, piping, or hazardous material handling.

• Participation in site safety programs, including toolbox talks and job hazard analyses (JHAs).

• Demonstrated ability to follow instructions, work in teams, and complete physically demanding tasks.

• Experience with excavation, trenching, concrete, or other general construction duties.

• Experience Operating Heavy equipment (skid steer, fork lift) & Towing Heavy Equipment

• Ability to read simple signs, labels, and job site markings, with attention to detail.

• Completion of or exposure to relevant safety training (e.g., OSHA 10, HAZWOPER, Confined Space).

• History of punctuality, dependability, and willingness to work in all weather conditions.

• Comfortable working in regulated or high-risk environments with attention to compliance.

Before You Leap:

Some positions require travel and overnight stays. Travel expenses will be covered by Nwestco, LLC

All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of the following:

• Ability to pass pre-employment physical with extensive lifting (up to 75 lb), twisting, pulling, kneeling, and squatting.

• Ability to pass pre-employment drug-screening and background check. This position is classified as safety-sensitive, it requires the applicant to pass a comprehensive drug test, including screening for marijuana, as a condition of employment.

• Driving Requirement: This position requires regular operation of a Company vehicle. Applicants must be at least 21 years of age, possess a current, valid and unrestricted driver’s license, and have no DUI convictions or driver’s license suspensions or revocations within the past five (5) years. Employment is contingent upon verification of an acceptable motor vehicle record and meeting the Company’s automobile insurance eligibility requirements.

Why Join Nwestco?

When you join our ranks, you're not just getting a job; you're igniting a career with purpose. We're all about diversity, valuing our people, and a culture of relentless excellence. Here’s what’s in it for you:

• Competitive compensation that appreciates your experience and potential.

• A treasure chest of benefits: 401(k) (with matching!), medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, paid sick time, paid vacation, clothing allowance, paid holidays, and more.

• Internal Career Advancement: Nwestco supports employee growth through internal career opportunities. To be eligible, you must be in your current role for at least one year and have no active disciplinary actions on file at the time of application. All candidates will be evaluated based on qualifications and business needs.

Nwestco, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, military service, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

If you meet the qualifications and are excited about this opportunity, we encourage you to apply and take the next step in your career with Nwestco LLC.