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SMH West is growing. We are always looking for skilled, hard working people who take pride in doing the job right.

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Experienced pipelayer, mainline operator, loader or skid steer operator, or other field talent? Put your name on our short list. When the right spot opens, you get the first call. No resume needed.

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See every current opening across S.M. Hentges and Sons and SMH West, with full job details and pay, and apply online through our careers portal.

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Why SMH West

What you get on our crews

  • Room to advance

    We are growing fast in Colorado and promote people who show up and do the work right.

  • Pay and benefits

    Competitive pay and benefits that give you stability and a path for professional growth.

  • Family company

    Part of S.M. Hentges and Sons, a family owned heavy civil contractor since 1981.

  • Work that matters

    Dams, water systems, utilities, and grading that connect Colorado communities every day.

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Roles We Hire

Field roles we are always watching for

  • Experienced pipelayers for sanitary, storm, and water main
  • Mainline operators running excavators on pipe crews
  • Loader and skid steer operators who keep crews moving
  • Foremen, CDL drivers, and other talent with real experience

SMH West is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer, including disabled and veterans. Applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, familial status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, marital status, or status with regard to public assistance. Questions about employment? Call our corporate office at 952.492.5700.