Commercial Concrete Rodbuster / Ironworker

B&B Concrete; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company is seeking a Rodbuster in Evansville, Indiana. The role includes shaping steel rods, securing them in concrete forms, and assisting in concrete pours. Candidates should have experience in the construction industry, strong communication skills, and attention to detail. This position plays a critical role in the reinforcement of concrete structures and requires familiarity with safety procedures and tools used in construction.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction or contracting industry preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills needed.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills required.
• Attention to detail is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Study blueprints and specifications to determine work requirements.
• Determine quantities and locations of rods from blueprints.
• Position and secure steel bars in concrete forms.
• Cut rods to required lengths using appropriate tools.
• Assist in concrete pours and ensure safety procedures.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Steel reinforcement

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Metal shears

Hacksaws

Bar cutters

Acetylene torches

Job description

Rodbusters will use machines, equipment, tools and blowtorches to shape steel rods for use in concrete projects. In this role, you must understand the construction process and how rods reinforce concrete foundation or framing. Rodbusters will order the correct number of rods and mesh for placement, cut the iron into pieces, wrap them in mesh and fasten them to concrete forms.

Responsibilities

• Study blueprints and diagrams or specifications to determine work requirements.
• Determine quantities, sizes, shapes, and locations of reinforcing rods from blueprints, sketches, or oral instructions.
• Position and secure steel bars, rods, cables, or mesh in concrete forms using fasteners and hand tools.
• Cut rods to required lengths, using metal shears, hacksaws, bar cutters, acetylene torches, etc.
• Place blocks under rebar to hold the bars off the deck when reinforcing floors.
• Cut and fit wire mesh or fabric, using hooked rods, and position fabric or mesh in concrete to reinforce concrete.
• Assist in concrete pours.
• Ensure that proper safety and incident reporting procedures are followed. Reports all problems or accidents to their immediate supervisor, Safety Manager and Operations Manager immediately.
• Attends weekly job site safety meetings.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Foreman, Superintendent and Operations Manager.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in construction or contracting industry.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Strong attention to detail.