Industrial Form Carpenter

Group-Contractors; Norco (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Group-Contractors is seeking an experienced Industrial Form Carpenter to design, construct, erect, install, and repair structures using wood and related materials. You will read blueprints, prepare forms, lay out anchor bolts, and build forms and chutes for concrete at outdoor industrial sites.

The role requires 3+ years of field experience, NCCER Industrial Carpentry Certification, and the ability to perform precise measurements and layout.

Qualifications

• This role requires 3+ years of field experience as a Class-A Industrial Form Carpenter.
• Experience reading blueprints/drawings and performing math calculations.
• Ability to follow safety rules and maintain site discipline.
• Must possess NCCER Industrial Carpentry Certification or willingness to test.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints?sketches or building plans and determine material needs.
• Select and transport appropriate materials and tools for each job.
• Measure and mark cutting lines on materials.
• Shape materials to prescribed dimensions using saws, chisels, and planes.
• Assemble cut pieces and secure with nails, glue, or pins.
• Brace forms for concrete piers, footings, and walls; install batter boards.
• Construct forms and chutes for concrete; ensure trueness with plumb bob and level.
• Operate survey equipment to verify accuracy; perform basic surveys.
• Assist Project Superintendent as needed; may perform light admin tasks.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Mathematical calculations

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Education

NCCER Industrial Carpentry Certification

Tools

Hammer

2’ Level

Framing Square

Utility Knife

Chalk Box

Plumb Bob

Pliers

Torpedo Level

Measuring Tape

Crescent Wrench

Job description

General Description:

Must be able to design, construct, erect, install, and repair structures, fixtures and other items of wood, plywood, wallboard or other material using hand tools, pneumatic tools, and electric power tools.

The Industrial From Carpenter must have the knowledge and ability to build and set forms, read blueprints, perform advanced layout, build and set Symon forms, layout of anchor bolts, ability to use level instrument, ability to use transit, ability to tie rebar, able to read tape/ruler, set screeds, calculate material takeoffs from drawings, install batter boards, erect Symon forms, etc.

Essential Functions:

• Reads and understands blueprints, sketches, or building plans for information pertaining to type of material required and dimensions of structure or fixture to be fabricated.
• Selects and transports appropriate materials and tools for job.
• Measures boards, timbers, plywood or other materials using a square, tape, and/or ruler, and marks cutting lines on material.
• Shapes materials to prescribed measurements using saws, chisels, and planes.
• Assembles cut and shaped materials and fastens them together with nails, glue, or dowel pins.
• Braces forms in place with timbers, tie-rods, and anchor bolts for use in building concrete piers, footings, and walls.
• Constructs forms and chutes for pouring concrete.
• Builds false work to temporarily strengthen, protect or disguise building concrete piers, footings, and walls
• Verifies trueness of structure with plumb bob and/or carpenters level.
• Operates survey equipment to ensure accuracy.
• Utilizes basic math skills while doing surveys and for measurements and assembly of structures.
• Duties may include light administration and assistance to Project Superintendent

Physical Demands:

Field/Jobsite Environment – Climbing, standing, crawling, crouching, lifting, walking on uneven surfaces, and exposure to loud noises are to be expected on a jobsite environment.

This position is predominately outdoors at an Industrial Construction Site. Exposure to extreme hot or cold outside temperatures is possible.

Position Type/Expected Work Hours:

This is a full-time, hourly position. Days and hours of work vary from each jobsite. Occasional evening/weekend work or travel may be required as job duties demand.

Required Education and Experience:

• 3+ years of field experience as a Class-A Industrial Form Carpenter
• Must hold NCCER Industrial Carpentry Certification or willing to test
• Experience reading blue prints / drawings
• Perform Math Calculations
• Adhere to all safety rules and regulations of GROUP-Industries and Clients we serve
• Excellent problem-solving skills and understanding of mapping concepts

Industry Related Requirements:

• Must hold a valid TWIC Card
• Must hold a valid OSHA Basic Plus
• Must be able to pass all Safety Council related courses
• Must undergo Pre-Employment Screening (physical, drug & alcohol screen, audiogram, fit test if applicable)
• Must undergo audiogram

The individual who occupies this position must not pose a direct threat or significant risk of substantial harm to the health or safety of the individual or others that cannot be eliminated or reduced by reasonable accommodation

Industrial Carpenter will be responsible to have the following tools:

• Hammer 2’ Level
• Framing Square Utility Knife
• Combination Square 25’ Measuring Tape
• Chalk Box Tool Belt
• Plumb Bob Klien Pliers
• Nail Bar Torpedo Level
• Crescent Wrench Steel Toe Rubber Boots (for muddy work)