Concrete Moldsetter/ Form Carpenter

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East in Bessemer, AL seeks a Concrete Mold Setter / Form Carpenter to prepare mold beds, read blueprints, and ensure forms meet specifications in a production setting.

You must be 18+, have a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver’s license, and be able to pass drug and background checks. Forklift experience is a plus; overtime and weekend work may be required.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid Driver’s License required.
• Able to pass a drug screen and background check.
• Strong knowledge of basic construction math.
• Proficient with hand and power tools.
• Able to read blueprints and tape measurements.
• Forklift experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety guidelines to maintain a safe working environment.
• Prepare mold beds used in casting concrete buildings.
• Inspect and verify concrete forms for proper construction and quality.
• Ensure proper measurements per blueprints and drawings.
• Set up and align forms to required pitch and depth.
• Read and interpret blueprints and drawings.
• Accurately use a tape measure to meet specs.
• Utilize hand and power tools as directed.
• Perform general cleanup and housekeeping duties.
• Handle rebar and wire mesh as required.
• Operate equipment (forklifts, lifts) after training.
• Assist with additional tasks as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Hand & power tools

Construction math

Self-motivation

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Tape measure

Forklift experience

Job description

Concrete Mold Setter / Form Carpenter

Location: Bessemer, AL
Pay: BOE (Based on Experience) – $17/hr minimum

A prefabricated building systems manufacturer specializing in electrical substation control buildings and communication shelters is seeking an experienced Concrete Mold Setter / Form Carpenter. This role is ideal for someone who can immediately contribute to increased production and efficiency while maintaining high quality standards in a plant environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Follow all safety guidelines to maintain a safe working environment
• Prepare mold beds used in the casting of concrete buildings
• Inspect and verify concrete forms for proper construction and quality
• Ensure proper measurements per blueprints and drawings
• Set up and align forms to required pitch and depth
• Read and interpret blueprints and drawings
• Accurately use a tape measure to ensure molds meet specifications
• Utilize hand and power tools as directed
• Perform general cleanup and housekeeping duties
• Handle rebar and wire mesh as required
• Operate equipment (forklifts, lifts, etc.) after proper training
• Assist with additional tasks as assigned by supervisor
• May drive or ride in a company vehicle with prior authorization

Requirements

• Minimum age: 18 years old
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid Driver’s License
• Ability to pass a drug screen and background check
• Strong knowledge of basic construction math
• Proficient with hand and power tools
• Ability to expertly read a tape measure and blueprints
• Forklift experience is a plus
• Physically able to:
  • Lift up to 50 lbs
  • Work on knees
  • Work outdoors when necessary
• Self-motivated and able to work independently
• Reliable transportation
• Strict start time: 7:00 AM
• Willing to work overtime and weekends as needed
• Flexible end of day; may be required to stay past 3:30 PM until tasks are completed