Form/Rough Carpenter-Commercial/Heavy Civil

Dondlinger & Sons Construction Co. Inc.; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Vision Plan

401K/Retirement

Employee Stock Ownership Program

Holiday Pay

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Dondlinger Construction Company seeks a Form/Rough Carpenter for our commercial and heavy civil projects. The role involves building formwork, establishing layouts, and working across multiple sites as needed. You will split time between carpentry tasks and labor duties, with a focus on safety and efficiency.

Candidates should be comfortable with heights, heavy lifting, and using a range of hand and power tools. OSHA knowledge and ability to read project plans are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Experience with formwork in commercial/heavy civil projects.
• Understanding of plans and specs for material quantities and installation.
• Adherence to OSHA safety regulations and company policies.

Responsibilities

• Construct formwork into which concrete is poured.
• Set out structure on site using strings and pegs.
• Read plans to determine materials and installation processes.
• Cut materials with hand and power tools; assemble and nail.
• Assist other workers on labor-based tasks and lift heavy loads.
• Work at significant heights and operate hand/power tools.

Skills

Formwork setup

Read blueprints

OSHA knowledge

Tool handling

Heavy lifting

Elevated work

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Measuring tools

Job description

Dondlinger Construction Company is one of the industry’s most experienced general contractors with over 122 years in business. Founded in 1898, Dondlinger has a long history of completing landmark projects throughout the region, including Kansas, Oklahoma, Colorado, Missouri and Iowa. We have capabilities in commercial building, civil construction; including bridge and heavy highway, and underground utility construction. In addition, Dondlinger works year-round, has career advancement opportunities, and comprehensive benefits. Visit our website at www.dondlinger.build to learn more about our completed and currently “under construction” projects, our rich past and our exciting future. Dondlinger Construction is an EEO compliant employer. Veterans, women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

Job Title: Form/Rough Carpenter-Commercial & Heavy Civil

A Carpenter performs any of the following duties on construction projects and will sometimes transfer from one job to another where labor demands are required. In addition, carpenters are asked to spend a significant amount of time working in a laborer capacity as well.

Job Responsibilities

• Construct formwork into which concrete is poured
• Set an outline of the structure on the ground of the site using string and pegs to allow for excavations
• Have good working knowledge of OSHA regulations
• Erect decks/floors and walls/retaining walls, to included roadways, bridges, heavy highway and/or commercial building projects.
• Read plans and specifications to determine materials required, dimensions, and installation processes
• Cut materials with hand and power tools, assemble and nail, cut and shape items
• Will assist other workers in various labor-based tasks. This will require lifting (heavy at times)
• Working at significant heights
• Must have knowledge of all hand tools and how to operate them efficiently
• Other misc. duties as directed by your supervisor
• Know Company safety policies and adhere to them while working at all times

Physical Requirements

• N = Never (Never)
• O = Occasionally (0-33%)
• F = Frequently (33%-66%)
• C = Constantly (66%-100%)
• Climbing: F
• Balancing: O
• Stooping: F
• Kneeling: F
• Sitting: N
• Crouching: F
• Crawling: O
• Reaching: C
• Gripping: C
• Lifting: C

Lifting Requirements (In Pounds)

• 0-25: C
• 25-75: F
• 75+:0
• Exposure to Weather: C
• Exposure to Fumes: O
• Use of Hand Tools: C
• Use of Vibratory Tools: F
• Working above ground: F
• Working overhead: F
• Time spent on your feet: C
• Work Boots, Safety Glasses, and a hard hat are required at all times

What do we offer?

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Vision Plan
• 401K/Retirement
• Employee Stock Ownership Program
• Holiday Pay
• Paid Time Off