Bridges and Structures Carpenter

Smith-Rowe, LLC; Mount Airy, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Health Reimbursement Account

Life insurance

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

401(k) matching

Job summary

Smith-Rowe, LLC is seeking a Bridges/Structures Carpenter to build forms, pour concrete, and install reinforced steel for structural supports on construction sites. You will operate cement mixers and power tools and assist with duties as needed on an outdoor site in varied weather conditions.

Ideal candidates will have at least two years of carpenter experience and the ability to read construction plans. High school education or equivalent is preferred, and willingness to travel and work

Qualifications

• Two years of Carpenter experience minimum.
• High School education or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to read and understand construction plans (preferred).
• Bridge construction experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Builds and assembles wood forms and form systems using saws, hammers, drills, and other power tools.
• Digs ditches and trenches.
• Compacts and levels dirt to grade specifications.
• Pours and spreads concrete.
• Loads and unloads equipment.
• Provides assistance to other workers.
• Erects and disassembles scaffolding, shoring, barricades.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reading blueprints

Oral communication

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Cement mixers

Power tools

Scaffolding

Job description

Want to be part of a company who gives back to their employees? You've stopped at the right ad! We expect a lot from our employees, but we also give a lot in return.

We care about our employees by providing an exceptional benefits package. We also work to further our employees’ careers by doing our best to promote within the company. If you care about job performance , work well with others, can be accountable, have a positive attitude, can follow company / safety guidelines, are dependable , punctual , respond positively to supervision, you will be a great fit for our company!

Operating since 1983, the Smith-Rowe Team has grown and developed into a formidable construction company. Our organization employs teams with capabilities in structures, grading, utilities, storm drain, retaining walls, sound walls, signage, demolition, crushing, logging, clearing and grubbing and marine construction.

• Employee Paid Premiums for Medical Insurance
• Health Reimbursement Account
• Paid Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Matching Contributions

Position Overview: The position of a Bridges/Structures Carpenter is a skilled position that builds forms for concrete, pours concrete and installs reinforced steel and anchor bolts for the erection of support structures in construction. This position also involves operating cement mixers, power tools and other types of equipment as well as other assigned duties

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Builds and assembles wood forms and form systems using saws, hammers, drills, and other power tools as required
• Digs ditches and trenches
• Compacts and levels dirt to grade specifications.
• Shovels cement and other materials into portable cement mixers.
• Mixes, pours and spreads concrete
• Uses hand tools such as hammer, shovels, chainsaws, drills, hydraulic tools, etc. for necessary tasks.
• Provides assistance to other workers
• Erects and disassembles scaffolding, shoring, barricades, etc.
• Loads and unloads equipment

Education and/or Experience:

• Two years’ minimum Carpenter experience
• High School education or equivalent preferred
• Ability to read and understand construction plans, preferred
• Bridge construction preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Attention to Detail
• Ability to understand and follow oral instructions and effectively communicate with supervisors, co-workers and the public
• Able to comply with all safety policies and procedures and OSHA regulations
• Able to comply with all company policies and procedures
• Ability to travel and work overtime (including nights and weekends) when required
• Must have a strong work ethic
• Valid driver’s license, preferred
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment and random drug screen.

Physical Demands:

• Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Able to stand, kneel, squat, bend, push, pull, climb, and stretch regularly while performing the essential functions of the job
• Able to push and pull with hands and arms and move repetitively
• Able to be alert and cognitive of multiple concurrent activities of the construction site, including awareness of other employees, subcontractors, machinery, equipment, and moving traffic when applicable
• Able to work around loud noises
• Coordination between hand, eyes, feet to guide tools, equipment and objects is required
• Ability to walk and work on uneven terrain

Environmental Working Conditions

• All work is performed outside in heat, cold, and inclement weather.
• Exposure to all elements of nature
• Exposure to all types of terrain
• Exposure to loud noise
• Exposure to fumes, odors, gasses, dusts, etc.
• Work in close proximity to heavy traffic

NOTE: This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions expected of an employee. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of an employee. An employee may be asked to perform other duties as required.

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