Commercial Concrete Rodbuster / Ironworker

B&B Concrete; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading concrete contractor in Fort Wayne is seeking Rodbusters to shape steel rods for concrete projects. The role involves understanding blueprints, positioning steel in concrete forms, cutting rods, and assisting in concrete pours. Candidates should have experience in construction, excellent communication skills, and a strong attention to detail. Safety procedures are paramount, and team collaboration is essential. This is an opportunity for skilled individuals to make an impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in the construction or contracting industry is highly preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are necessary.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills are a must.
• Attention to detail is crucial for the role.

Responsibilities

• Study blueprints and diagrams to determine work requirements.
• Position and secure steel bars, rods, cables, or mesh in concrete forms.
• Cut rods to required lengths using tools.
• Assist in concrete pours and adhere to safety protocols.

Skills

Construction knowledge

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

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.