CAREERS
Build Something That Lasts.
WORKING AT HAWKINS.
At Hawkins, this is more than a job. It is an opportunity to build real skills, prove yourself, and grow with a fourth-generation family company that invests in people who are ready to work.
Whether you’re starting out or bringing years of experience, Hawkins provides the training, support, and opportunity to build a meaningful career. We invest in people who are willing to learn, take ownership, and keep improving. If you’re ready to work hard, grow your skills, and be part of a team built on pride, accountability, and follow-through, there is a place for you here.
No Egos. No Shortcuts.
Our Culture
We work in demanding environments where trust, communication, and shared responsibility are non-negotiable. That is how the job gets done right, and how everyone goes home safe. Mentorship matters here. Experienced leaders invest in the next generation because at Hawkins, no one moves forward alone.
A Foundation You Can Build On.
Your Career
Hawkins is grounded in family and driven by performance. We hold ourselves, and each other, to high standards of safety, professionalism, and accountability. If you’re looking for proven stability, real advancement, and work you can stand behind, this is where you build a career that lasts.
Benefits
Hard work should build more than a paycheck. At Hawkins, it builds stability, strong benefits, and long-term opportunity for you and your family.
Company-Paid Health and Dental Insurance
Hawkins provides 100% paid health and dental coverage for hourly employees and their dependent family members because taking care of our people starts at home.
Pension Plan
Hawkins contributes an additional 10% of your hourly base rate toward retirement.
Bonuses
Bonuses are tied to overall company performance and your individual contribution. When projects are safe, efficient, and successful, we all reap the rewards.
Additional Benefits
THE APPLICATION PROCESS.
Hawkins teams rely on trust, accountability, and people who do what they say they will do. We hire individuals who show up prepared, value strong teams, stand behind their work, and are ready to prove themselves.
Apply
Apply online and tell us about your experience, work ethic, and where you want your career to go.
Screening
Our team reviews every application. Candidates selected to move forward will be contacted with next steps, including a phone screening prior to an in-person interview.
Interview
We’ll talk about your background, where you want to go, and how Hawkins can support your goals.
Offer
If it’s a good fit for both sides, we’ll make it official and map out your next steps.
Faces of Hawkins
REAL PEOPLE. REAL WORK.
In the Field.
CRAFTSMEN
Work alongside crews who take pride in doing the job right – no matter what. As a craftsman at Hawkins, you’ll be hands-on from day one, building your skills, proving your reliability, and earning your place on a team that works like family.
In the Driver’s Seat.
Equipment Operators
Hawkins equipment operators work where precision, timing, and awareness matter. Running well-maintained equipment on complex projects, they play a critical role in safe, disciplined execution every day.
Hawkins has helped me grow by allowing me to take leadership on things that I know how to build but may not have done it yet. You get all the hands-on experience you need. They're there to help you along the way.Grant SilaCrew Lead/Intern
Learn the Hawkins Way.
Internships
Many Hawkins leaders started in the field as interns. That standard continues today. You’ll learn by doing, work alongside seasoned mentors, and gain firsthand experience in how projects are planned, built, and led the Hawkins Way.
Always Moving Forward.
Career Development Program
For people committed to long-term growth, this program builds practical skill, leadership, and the confidence to take on more responsibility over time.
You’ll develop real-world knowledge, strengthen leadership ability, and gain a deeper understanding of how the work comes together in the field.
Grow with us.
Apprenticeship Program
If you’re willing to work hard, show up with a good attitude, and build a long-term career in construction, this program is where hard work becomes long-term opportunity.
As part of our Career Development Program, this track is designed to help you build and strengthen the skills needed to move forward in the trade.
You'll learn:
- Blueprint reading
- General construction knowledge
- Hazard communication
- OSHA safety
- Intro to construction math
Completion of this program requires 5,000 hours of hands-on experience in the field and classroom learning.
TRAINING FOR THE WORK.
We hold training to the same standard as our work. Whether you’re new to construction or building on years of experience, Hawkins provides the tools, mentorship, and discipline to keep improving.
Pile Hammer Class
Class that covers maintenance and operation of our diesel pile hammers and vibratory hammers, as well as the complete process of installing deep foundation systems.
Elevations Class
Introduction to basic surveying and contract drawing interpretation. Employees receive hands-on training with industry instruments and learn directly from experienced field experts and leaders in their craft.
Concrete Forming
An introduction to common types of forming systems that Hawkins uses. Multiple types of steel gang form systems, the Jahn system, both conventional and stay-in place decking, and rebar tying.