CARPENTER JOURNEYMAN

The Great Lakes Construction Co.; United States; On-site; USD 34,440 - 55,104; Full time

Job summary

The Great Lakes Construction Co. is seeking experienced Carpenters, including Foreman and Journeymen, for heavy highway/civil bridge projects in Northeast Ohio. Ideal candidates should have experience with formwork for bridges and water/wastewater treatment facilities.

This hourly position requires 40 hours work from Monday to Friday, with flexibility for urgent issues. Employees must be prepared to work outdoors in various weather conditions and demonstrate physical capabilities required for construction tasks.

Qualifications

• Must be a member of or willing to join the Carpenters Union (UBC).
• Journeyman experienced in structural concrete on bridges.
• Valid Driver’s License required.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret drawings/plans.
• Select specific sizes/types of lumber for the job.
• Prepare layout and brace formwork.
• Assemble overhang modules and wood deck forms.
• Assist in placing and finishing concrete.

Skills

Skilled in use of hand tools

Proficient written and verbal communication

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Leadership traits

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Concrete finishing tools

Job description

SUMMARY

Great Lakes is seeking experienced Carpenters, including Foreman and Journeymen, to join their team for heavy highway/civil bridge projects in Northeast Ohio. Applicants should have prior experience with formwork for bridges and/or experience working on water and wastewater treatment facilities.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and interpret drawings/plans to understand the job
• Planned & selected specific sizes/types of lumber and other pertinent materials for the job
• Prepares layout
• Braces formwork with timbers, tie rods, anchor bolts, and other fasteners for use in building concrete piers, footings, and walls.
• Assembles overhang modules/jacks
• Climbs wing walls and retaining walls
• Assembles wood deck forms
• Erects scaffolding and ladders
• Accurately measures boards, timbers, plywood, and any other materials and marks with cutting lines
• Assists in placing and finishing concrete
• Perform other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education
  • High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
• Experience
  • Must be a member of or willing to join the Carpenters Union (UBC)
  • Journeyman experienced in structural concrete on bridges and related fields
• Requirements / Competencies
  • Skilled in the use of necessary hand tools and accuracy in using a level
  • Proficient written and verbal skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Proactive, self-motivating, problem solver
  • Ability to prioritize and remain flexible
  • Work well individually and on teams
  • Ability to demonstrate leadership traits, including the ability to make decisions with integrity
• Valid Driver’s License required

POSITION TYPE / EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

This is an hourly position, and the work week for employees is normally considered 40 hours Monday through Friday. Flexibility is required to support time‑sensitive issues as they arise. However, greater emphasis is placed on meeting the responsibilities assigned to this position.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work conditions are primarily outdoors under all weather conditions. The administrative work is performed in a non-smoking office or field office environment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical requirements must be met by an employee, with or without reasonable accommodation, to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Employees must have the ability to:

• Sit (or stand) for prolonged periods
• Occasionally lift up to 50 pounds
• Occasionally bend, twist, squat, and kneel
• Occasionally walk up and down the stairs
• Demonstrate visual acuity with or without corrected vision
• Demonstrate hearing acuity with or without corrected hearing
• Must be able to walk outdoor construction sites with uneven terrain and obstacles
• Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions

The Great Lakes Construction Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment/promotion without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability, veteran status, GINA, or any other protected category. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.