Carpenter (Heavy Civil & Bridge)

RNGD; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

RNGD, headquartered in New Orleans, Louisiana, seeks a skilled Carpenter to construct and install concrete formwork early in construction projects. The role emphasizes precise formwork assembly, plan-reading, and strict adherence to safety standards in the field.

Responsibilities include erecting formwork, placing rebar, and ensuring accurate alignment with project specifications, while maintaining a clean, organized worksite and communicating effectively with the team.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of concrete form carpentry experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans.
• Proficiency with electrical, hand, power, layout, and measurement tools.
• Ability to understand, follow, and transmit written and oral instructions.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate with management and team members.

Responsibilities

• Formwork construction and installation: construct, erect, and install formwork using hand and power tools; measure, cut, assemble, and install forms, rebar, embeds, and anchor bolts; build built-in-place and prefabricated wooden forms per project specs.
• Structural assembly and support: insert spreaders and tie-rods to maintain dimensions; brace forms with nails, bolts, anchor bolts, cables, planks, and timber; install items per plans and specs.
• Concrete placement and finishing: assist in pouring concrete into finished forms; finish concrete surfaces to meet quality and design specs.
• Safety and compliance: adhere to safety protocols and OSHA standards; identify unsafe conditions and report them; maintain tools and equipment in safe working condition.

Skills

Read construction plans

Carpentry & formwork

Measurement tools

Communication

Team collaboration

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Layout tools

Measuring tools

Job description

About the Company

RNGD is a rapidly scaling organization emerging as a nationally recognized leader in construction through our unique Renegade mindset focused on innovation, creativity, and culture. The team is made up of a highly engaged group of seasoned professionals and emerging leaders. We are creators who believe that what we build drives the growth of our cities and that to fulfill our mission, we must constantly challenge the old way of doing things. Headquartered in New Orleans, Louisiana, we thrive on building communities, building teams, building leaders, and growing the business throughout the Southeast region with offices in Mississippi, Tennessee, and Alabama.

About the Role

We're looking for a Carpenter that will be responsible for constructing and installing concrete formwork during the early stages of construction projects. This role requires strong technical skill in carpentry and formwork assembly, the ability to read and interpret construction plans, and a commitment to safe and precise execution in the field.

Core Responsibilities

Formwork Construction and Installation

• Construct, erect, and install formwork using hand and power tools.
• Measure, cut, assemble, and install forms, rebar, embeds, and anchor bolts.
• Build both built-in-place and prefabricated wooden forms in accordance with project specifications.

Structural Assembly and Support

• Insert spreaders and tie-rods to maintain specified dimensions.
• Brace forms in place using nails, bolts, anchor bolts, steel cables, planks, and timber.
• Install all items in accordance with applicable plans and specifications.

Concrete Placement and Finishing

• Assist in pouring concrete into finished forms.
• Finish concrete surfaces to meet quality and design specifications.

Safety and Compliance

• Adhere to all company safety protocols, project rules, and OSHA standards.
• Proactively identify unsafe conditions or behaviors and report them to supervision.
• Maintain tools and equipment in safe, working condition.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3-5 years of concrete form carpentry experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans.
• Proficiency with electrical, hand, power, layout, and measurement tools.
• Ability to understand, follow, and transmit written and oral instructions.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate with management and team members.

Core Competencies

RNGD Values Alignment

• Exemplifies RNGD's core values:
  • Renegade Mentality
  • Sweep Floors
  • Build Together
  • Honor Promises
    

Technical Expertise and Craftmanship

• Demonstrates strong carpentry and formwork skills with precision and consistency.
• Accurately measures, cuts, assembles, and installs materials with minimal rework required.
• Applies best practices in concrete forming and finishing to meet project quality expectations.

Safety Mindset

• Follows all safety rules, procedures, and OSHA requirements without exception.
• Identifies hazardous conditions early and takes immediate action to correct or report them.
• Uses tools, equipment, and PPE properly to protect self and team members.

Teamwork and Collaboration

• Works effectively with carpenters, laborers, equipment operators, and supervisors.
• Communicates needs, concerns, and progress clearly and respectfully.
• Supports teammates to ensure tasks are completed safely, efficiently, and on schedule.

Problem Solving and Adaptability

• Anticipates construction challenges and adjusts plans or methods appropriately.
• Able to adapt quickly to changing conditions, project priorities, or site requirements.
• Applies practical, field-tested solutions to keep work progressing smoothly.

Organization and Work Ethic

• Approaches tasks with discipline, efficiency, and attention to detail.
• Maintains tools, materials, and work areas in a clean and orderly condition.
• Demonstrates reliability, punctuality, and a strong sense of responsibility for assigned work.

RNGD is an Equal Opportunity Employer.