Form Carpenter - Arizona

PCL Construction; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

PCL Construction in Phoenix, AZ is seeking experienced Form Carpenters to support projects across Arizona. The role involves reading plans, preparing layouts, coordinating crane usage with other trades, and performing the 3-week look-ahead to keep crews productive.

You must bring the ability to lead teams and to manage forms, with a readiness to work in challenging conditions. The position offers hourly pay from $28.00 to $36.00 per hour, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Read plans and specifications and do layouts.
• Plan and schedule daily crane usage with other trades.
• Perform the 3-week look-ahead.
• Lead and develop teams of tradesmen.
• Must have own tools and experience with structural concrete.
• OSHA safety certification a plus.
• 1 year of experience in water/wastewater or heavy civil construction preferred.
• Able to lift up to 35 pounds, sometimes 50 pounds.
• Good eyesight, dexterity, and site navigation ability.

Responsibilities

• Read plans and specifications and do layouts.
• Plan and schedule daily crane usage with other trades.
• Perform the 3-week look-ahead.
• Lead and develop teams of tradesmen.
• Removing forms.
• Follow safety policies and ensure proper scaffolding and equipment.
• Secure and put away tools and materials at day end.

Skills

Read plans

Layout work

Crane coordination

Team leadership

Safety awareness

Education

OSHA certification (preferred)

Tools

Own tools

Structural concrete

Job description

Form Carpenter - Arizona - Phoenix, Arizona (JobNumber: 219028)

The future you want is within reach.

At PCL, we build the places where life happens and find camaraderie in the process. We're a community of builders committed to building better communities. That's why we're always looking ahead, and not just to the next project or what's next in our industry.

We're also looking at what's next for you and we can help you build a career you're proud of.

We are seeking experienced Form Carpenters to join our team and support projects throughout Arizona. The hourly pay for this position will range from $28.00 to $36.00 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications. This position is available for immediate placement, with potential opportunities for transfers to other PCL projects as project needs arise.

As a Carpenter for our Civil District, you will contribute to our team by:

• Ability to read plans and specifications and do layouts.
• Able to plan and schedule daily crane usage with other trades.
• Performing the 3-week look-ahead.
• Leading and developing teams of tradesmen.
• Removing forms.
• Compliance with all Company Safety policies and procedures, such as making certain that proper safety scaffolding and other equipment is in place while performing job duties.
• Securing and putting away all tools, equipment, and materials at the end of each workday.

What you will bring to the role:

• Safety certifications (OSHA) a plus.
• At least 1 year of experience in water/wastewater treatment plants or heavy civil construction is preferred.
• Strength to perform average lifting of up to 35 pounds and occasionally to 50 pounds, from the ground to waist level.
• Arm, hand, and finger dexterity with both hands involved in activities such as reaching, handling, and feeling--and with good eyesight.
• Should be able to navigate through the worksite daily.
• Occasionally climbs up and down ladders, scaffolding, and stairs.
• Must be able to work in extreme temperatures, in confined spaces, high places, and in excavated areas.
• Must have own tools and experience with structural concrete

PCL is an innovative, safety-oriented company comprised of people who find passion in their profession and take pride in doing great work every day. Our work powers the infrastructure and utilities that are essential to daily life and our projects are the scene of vacations, careers, education and healing. We are consistently ranked among the best companies to work for because we are committed to supporting and developing our teams.

The PCL Companies celebrate diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability or veteran status.

Should you require accommodation during the application process, please contact us at [e-mail] with the position and location you are interested in.

Together, we can build success and a better future. Let's get started!

Company: PCL Construction, Inc.

JobPosting: Aug 26, 2026

PrimaryLocation: United States-Arizona-Phoenix