Working at SMH

Working at SMH
SMH Has Offices in Minnesota, Iowa, Nebraska, & Colorado

WE CAN DO SO MUCH BY WORKING TOGETHER

SMH is a civil construction company with over 400 employees operating in Minnesota, Colorado, Iowa and Nebraska. Our team members are an integral part of what we do and who we are. Together, we are building the infrastructure and roads that help connect the midwest today and into the future.


We’re rapidly growing company - and we’re always looking to add new team members who are interested in starting or growing their construction career. We offer a variety of career opportunities across all of our services, and we encourage you to connect with us to learn more.

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BENEFITS THAT PUT PEOPLE FIRST

We view our people as our most important asset. At S.M. Hentges and Sons we are committed to offering benefits that promote our employee’s well-being and allow them to thrive.

RETIREMENT & 401K

  • 401K with Safe Harbor: We want all our employees to be set up for the future. Non-union employees can contribute before or after-tax dollars, up to the IRS limits, while receiving fair employer distributed contribution.
  • Profit Sharing: The company increases employee retirement savings by contributing a portion of our earnings to our employees’ retirement accounts each year.
  • Cash Balance Plan: We take our employees’ retirement earnings one step further by setting each employee up with a personal and individual cash balance plan that grows over time by the addition of both employer contributions and interest.

    • HEALTH BENEFITS

  • S.M. Hentges and Sons offers our non-union employees three medical, dental and vision plans designed to best fit their individual and family needs.
  • Plans include embedded and no-deductible options.
  • Additionally, all plans offer FitOn access to over 30,000 personal training classes and Teladoc resources for 24/7 access to board-certified doctors and counselors.

    • PTO & MORE

  • As a family-owned company we are committed to providing our employees with the flexibility needed to spend time with family and loved ones. We offer generous paid time off, bereavement compensation and six paid holidays.
  • We also offer compensation for the unexpected, like Jury duty.

    • SPENDING ACCOUNT

  • Health Savings Account (HSA) – Non-Union employees, who select the HDHP medical plan, will be able to take advantage of the tax saving account designed to help individual save for medical expenses.

    • VOLUNTARY BENEFITS

  • We offer our non-union employees the flexibility to choose voluntary benefit programs including accident, life and disability options that may help offset the costs of unforeseen circumstances or expenses.

    • LIFE & AD&D INSURANCE

  • Employees have the option to elect Life Insurance and AD&D coverage for themselves as well as their family members. These options provide additional financial security in the event something happens to you or a loved one.

    • DISABILITY

  • Short-Term Disability options are available to non-union employees and provides a portion of your salary if you’re temporarily unable to work.
  • Long-Term Disability is also available to non-union employees and it provides you a portion of your salary if you are unable to work for prolonged periods of time due to serious illness or injury. The company contributes heavily to Long-Term Disability elections.

    • MILITARY LEAVE

  • As a strong supporter of our Armed Forces and Service Members, the company offers non-union military members two paid weeks of military leave so they may attend military training events without sacrificing their accrued Paid Time Off.

    • JOB TRAINING & SAFETY COURSES

  • Comprehensive Safety Orientation: New employees receive a thorough introduction to workplace safety, including SMH’s commitment to safety, hazard identification, emergency procedures, incident reporting and investigation procedures, safety communications, and safe work practices, ensuring they feel confident and secure in their new environment.
  • SMH provides continuous training programs, presentation videos of industry-recognized safety training videos covering essential topics. This ensures employees are well-equipped with the knowledge to work safely and efficiently.

    • FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT SMH EMPLOYMENT

    Do I need to be a member of the union in order to be hired into a field role?
    We are a union contractor, however each year we encourage hard-working individuals, without a union affiliation, to apply for field roles and we help support their union membership and will work with the State of MN to get them enrolled into the On The Job Trainee (OJT), program.
    What is the typical work schedule and are overtime opportunities available?
    During the busy season (April – November) working hours depend heavily on the project type and timeline. Field employees will occasionally be asked to work a Saturday and overtime opportunities are prevalent. Overtime payrates follow the respective union overtime rules.
    How are job assignments and site location determined?
    At the time of hire, employees will be notified of the current work location and job assignment. The scope of work and project timeline will determine the assignment and site location.
    What types of construction projects will I be working on?
    S.M. Hentges and Sons Inc has a large portfolio of project types including bridge work, sewer, water and utilities, asphalt, concrete, dirt work, excavation and site-prep. We pride ourselves on possessing the expertise required to conduct the majority of jobsite work ourselves without the need to bring in multiple subcontractors. This allows our employees to see all aspects of a project from start to finish.
    Is there a general application for field positions that I can complete even if there aren't open roles?
    Excellent question. Yes, there is a general field role application for SMH and SMH West. You can Complete the General Job Application on the SMH Jobs Page.
    Is there room for advancement?
    Yes, SMH is a strong believer in cultivating and developing our existing team members. There's a strong history of SMH Team Members not only growing within the department they start in, but in some cases growing their professional experience across different departments.