Formwork Carpenter for Concrete & Bridge Projects

RNGD; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

RNGD, headquartered in New Orleans, Louisiana, seeks a skilled Carpenter to construct and install concrete formwork early in construction projects. The role emphasizes precise formwork assembly, plan-reading, and strict adherence to safety standards in the field.

Responsibilities include erecting formwork, placing rebar, and ensuring accurate alignment with project specifications, while maintaining a clean, organized worksite and communicating effectively with the team.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of concrete form carpentry experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans.
• Proficiency with electrical, hand, power, layout, and measurement tools.
• Ability to understand, follow, and transmit written and oral instructions.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate with management and team members.

Responsibilities

• Formwork construction and installation: construct, erect, and install formwork using hand and power tools; measure, cut, assemble, and install forms, rebar, embeds, and anchor bolts; build built-in-place and prefabricated wooden forms per project specs.
• Structural assembly and support: insert spreaders and tie-rods to maintain dimensions; brace forms with nails, bolts, anchor bolts, cables, planks, and timber; install items per plans and specs.
• Concrete placement and finishing: assist in pouring concrete into finished forms; finish concrete surfaces to meet quality and design specs.
• Safety and compliance: adhere to safety protocols and OSHA standards; identify unsafe conditions and report them; maintain tools and equipment in safe working condition.

Skills

Read construction plans

Carpentry & formwork

Measurement tools

Communication

Team collaboration

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Layout tools

Measuring tools

Job description

RNGD, headquartered in New Orleans, Louisiana, seeks a skilled Carpenter to construct and install concrete formwork early in construction projects. The role emphasizes precise formwork assembly, plan-reading, and strict adherence to safety standards in the field.

Responsibilities include erecting formwork, placing rebar, and ensuring accurate alignment with project specifications, while maintaining a clean, organized worksite and communicating effectively with the team.