Commercial Concrete Rodbuster / Ironworker

B&B Concrete; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A concrete construction company in Springfield, Missouri, is seeking Rodbusters to shape steel rods for various concrete projects. This role involves studying blueprints, securing steel bars in forms, and ensuring safety protocols are followed. Candidates must possess strong analytical and communication skills, with a preference for those experienced in the construction industry. Attention to detail is crucial as you'll assist in concrete pours and manage materials effectively.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Study blueprints and specifications to determine work requirements.
• Determine quantities, sizes, shapes, and locations of reinforcing rods.
• Position and secure steel bars, rods, cables, or mesh in concrete forms.
• Cut rods to required lengths using metal shears or torches.
• Place blocks under rebar to hold the bars off the deck.
• Assist in concrete pours.
• Follow safety and incident reporting procedures.

Skills

Blueprint interpretation

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.