Carpenter- Heavy Civil Construction

The-Middlesex-Corporation; West Haven (CT); On-site; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Middlesex Corporation in West Haven, Connecticut seeks a Carpenter- Heavy Civil Construction to construct concrete forming systems from blueprints for forming concrete structures. Responsibilities include complying with safety policies, erecting structures and scaffolding with hand and power tools, interpreting blueprints, and maintaining power equipment while coordinating with a team.

We offer full-time and eligible part-time positions with a comprehensive benefits package including

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in bridge work.
• Must read and interpret blueprints; 3 years assembly/disassembly of heavy form systems.
• Knowledge of concrete pumps, placement/finishing, and rebar installation is a plus.
• Prior rigging knowledge is a plus.
• Experience with leveling tools such as laser levels and transits.
• Must have knowledge of using and maintaining power equipment and possess the appropriate tools.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety policies and report accidents, incidents and near-misses to uphold Safety first.
• Constructs, erects, installs, and repairs structures, scaffolding and framework using hand and power tools.
• Interprets blueprints or building plans to determine materials and dimensions.
• Maintain proper use and maintenance of power equipment required for the job.

Skills

Blueprints

Power tools

Safety procedures

Team supervision

Tools

Concrete pumps

Rebar installation

Job description

Carpenter- Heavy Civil Construction

The Middlesex Corporation West Haven, Connecticut, United States

About this position

Description

The Middlesex Corporation is a nationally recognized and award-winning leader in the heavy civil construction industry. Since 1972, the family business founded by Robert W. Pereira has developed an extensive client and project list through its consistent efforts to safely build America’s infrastructure. The Middlesex Corporation specializes in building and reconstructing highways, bridges, marine, rail, and transit facilities through its collaborative team approach and focus on core values. In addition, Middlesex Asphalt in Central Florida is one of the largest and most productive asphalt plants in the United States with Middlesex Paving earning an equally solid regional presence and reputation.

Position Summary

The Carpenter is responsible for constructing or assembling concrete forming systems, according to blueprints and specifications, for forming concrete structures.

Responsibilities

• Comply with (and actively promote) all Safety policies and procedures including reporting all accidents, incidents and near-misses to ensure adherence to our Number One Core Value – Safety first, in everything we do.
• Constructs, erects, installs, and repairs structures, scaffolding and framework using hand and power tools.
• Interprets blueprints, sketches, or building plans in preparation of layout to determine dimensions and type of material required.
• Must have proper knowledge on using and maintaining any type of power equipment required to fulfill job description.
• Understand and comply with all Company Safety policies and procedures, such as making certain that proper safety scaffolding and other equipment is in place while performing job duties.
• Secure and put away all tools, equipment, and materials at the end of each workday.

Salary Information

Hourly Wage

Requirements

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in bridge work.
• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints A minimum of 3 years of assembly/disassembly of heavy form systems.
• Knowledge in the use of concrete pumps, concrete placement/finishing, rebar installation a plus.
• Prior rigging knowledge is a plus.
• Experience with leveling tools such as laser levels and transits.
• Must have proper knowledge of using and maintaining any type of power equipment required to fulfill job description and possess the appropriate tools of the trade.

Necessary Attributes

• Must possess the ability to adapt to different personalities and management styles.
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage a team in an efficient and effective manner.
• Self-starter with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Reliance on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Dedicated and hard working.

We offer our full-timeand eligible part time team members a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry. Benefits include medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible team members and dependents, employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, top-tier 401k with matching, tuition reimbursement, industry leading referral program, and generous paid time off.

Middlesexprovides equal employment opportunities to all team members and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard torace, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.