Bridge Carpenter

Hubbard Construction Company; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Paid Basic Life Insurance

Company Paid Long Term Disability Policy

Company Paid Vacation & Holiday Pay

Voluntary Medical & Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan w/Employer Match

Health and Wellness Benefits

Job summary

A reputable construction firm in Florida is seeking a skilled Bridge Carpenter responsible for constructing forms for concrete footings and various bridge components. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in concrete work, operate power tools efficiently, and withstand physical demands of the job. Successful applicants will enjoy a range of company benefits, including paid insurance, leave, and 401(k) options. This role requires working outdoors in various weather conditions and the ability to lift heavy materials.

Qualifications

• Must have three to five years of industry-related experience focusing on roads, highways, and bridges.
• Ability to understand work directions and communicate effectively.
• Ability to lift and carry at least 25 pounds regularly.

Responsibilities

• Perform tasks involving the construction of forms for concrete elements.
• Erect and dismantle forms, pour and finish concrete.
• Operate machinery and power tools safely.
• Erect and wreck all forms.
• Pour, grade and finish concrete.
• Load and unload materials.
• Shovel dirt, gravel and asphalt.
• Perform general housekeeping and clean-up of the job site.
• Check and maintain grade stakes and other survey markings.
• Maintain equipment and tools.
• Enter confined spaces as required.
• Operate a man-lift.
• Provide flagging and direction to Crane Operators.
• Must be able to walk on rebar.
• Must have own tools.
• Perform incidental work items and duties included within other crafts.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Concrete finishing

Tool operation

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Concrete vibrators

Hand power tools

Job description

General Description

A Bridge Carpenter will perform tasks involving the construction of forms for concrete footings, slabs, walls, columns, bridge decks and bent caps.

Key Duties

• Drive piling.
• Build job‑specific wood forms and assemble commercially‑available form systems.
• Set and tie steel, as required.
• Erect and wreck all forms.
• Pour, grade and finish concrete.
• Load and unload materials.
• Shovel dirt, gravel and asphalt.
• Perform general housekeeping and clean‑up of the job site.
• Check and maintain grade stakes and other survey markings.
• Maintain equipment and tools.
• Enter confined spaces, as required.
• Operate a man‑lift.
• Provide flagging and direction to Crane Operators.
• Must be able to walk on rebar.
• Must have own tools.
• Perform incidental work items and duties included within other crafts.
• Other duties as assigned.

General

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each Key Duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience

This position typically is not an entry‑level job.

• A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is preferred.
• Must be able to understand work directions and communicate effectively with job site supervisors and fellow employees.
• Three (3) to Five (5) years or more of industry related experience is required for this position, with an emphasis on roads, highways, and bridges.

Physical Demands

• Constant physical effort, including standing, is required during a regular work shift of at least eight hours per day. Employee must be able to stand for extended periods of time, and to stoop, bend, and crouch as required to perform Key Duties.
• Work is often performed at heights up to 60 feet, requiring the employee to climb ladders, scaffolds and stair towers, often with narrow steps and passageways.
• Frequently work with hands extended overhead, sometimes in conjunction with the operation of hand power tools.
• Ability to lift and carry, on a frequent basis, at least 25 pounds.
• Manual dexterity to hand‑carry generators, lumber and other construction materials, forms, power tools, and hand tools.
• Capable of operating concrete vibrators for extended periods of time.
• Physical dexterity to pour, grade and finish concrete, involving stretching, proper placement of legs, and use of arms and hands in repetitive motions.
• Maintain constant alertness to the multiple concurrent activities of the construction site, including the activities of other employees and contractors, the operation of stationary equipment, and the movement of mobile equipment.
• Frequently walk on uneven surfaces, including natural ground in varying weather conditions.
• Sufficient skill and visual acuity, under varying degrees of light, darkness, and weather conditions, to provide direction and flagging for operators of cranes with rated capacities of up to 300 tons.
• Capable of safely and productively operating a man‑lift.
• Ability to maintain balance while working on water craft or other surfaces.
• The ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and/or other sounds (e.g., moving equipment, backing alarms, or other alarms, instructions/directions from supervisor and/or spotter).

Work Environment

• Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Work environment periodically exposes the employees to high levels of noise, grease, and dust that is typically associated with a construction project.
• Employee regularly works near heavy equipment and moving machinery.
• Work may involve a variety of substances commonly found on construction sites such as form oil, grease, curing compounds, gasoline, diesel fuel and ready mixed concrete.

Company Benefits

• Company Paid Basic Life Insurance
• Company Paid Long Term Disability Policy
• Company Paid Vacation & Holiday Pay
• Company Paid Parental Leave
• Company Paid Maternity Leave
• Company Paid Employee/Family Assistance Program (EAP)
• Voluntary Medical & Vision Insurance
• Voluntary Dental Insurance
• Voluntary Short Term Disability
• Voluntary Supplemental Term Life
• Voluntary Accident, Legal, Hospital, Critical Illness Policies
• 401(k) Plan w/Employer Match
• Annual Company Stock Purchase Opportunities
• Health and Wellness Benefits, including Monthly Gym/Fitness Incentives

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. We promote a Drug‑Free Workplace.

Contact Information

Phone: 407‑645‑5500 (Hubbard Construction Company)