Journeyman Scaffold Builder

Jobtailor; Alaska; On-site; USD 38,572 - 52,348; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Alaska seeks an experienced Scaffold Builder to erect, dismantle, and maintain scaffolding systems. You will inspect daily, move components, and ensure safe work at height with proper fall protection.

A strong focus on hazard identification, load capacity assessment, and tool safety is essential. Applicants should have at least five years of scaffolding experience and hold a Competent Scaffold Erector Card, with familiarity across tube and block, Safway, wedge, and suspended

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, or 10 years Scaffold Builder experience.
• Minimum five years scaffold building experience.
• Current Competent Scaffold Erector Card/Certificate.
• Experience with multiple scaffolding types listed in requirements.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record preferred.

Responsibilities

• Erect, disassemble, move, repair, maintain and inspect scaffolding components daily.
• Erect, dismantle, modify, and repair scaffolding as required.
• Carry scaffolding components from staging area to erection location.
• Climb scaffolds and work at heights with full fall protection.
• Assess maximum load capacity of the scaffolding used.
• Identify hazards and maintain safe working distances from power lines.
• Use hand and power tools safely and correctly.
• Apply fall restraint and fall protection per OSHA/MSHA procedures.

Skills

Scaffolding assembly

Safety protocols

Fall protection awareness

Hazard identification

Height work safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

10 years Scaffold Builder experience

Tools

Tube and block scaffolding

Safway systems scaffolding

Wedge scaffolding

Suspended scaffolding

Job description

• Responsible for erecting, disassembling, moving, repairing, maintaining, and daily pre work inspections on scaffolding components and systems.
• Erecting, dismantling, modifying, and repairing scaffolding.
• Carry scaffolding components from staging area to erection location.
• Climb scaffolds and work at heights while adhering to company procedures and protocol while working at heights 100% tie off.
• Determine the maximum intended load carrying capacity of the type of scaffolding being used.
• Use hand and power tools safely and correctly.
• Identify all hazards associated with erecting, dismantling, and modifying scaffolding such as electrical hazards and required working distances from electrical power lines and electrical cabling.
• Determine safe mitigations for dropped objects, and falling from heights.
• Able to properly assemble fall restraint and fall protection systems adhering to OSHA and MSHA’s policy’s and procedures.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required or ten (10) years Scaffold Builder experience will be considered.
• Minimum five (5) years scaffold building experience.
• Current Competent Scaffold Erector Card/Certificate.
• Must have experience with different types of scaffolding components including but not limited to: Tube and block scaffolding, Safway systems scaffolding, Wedge scaffolding, and Suspended scaffolding.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record for the past three (3) years to be eligible under company vehicle insurance policy preferred.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in scaffolding assembly, maintenance, and safety protocols, including fall protection systems and hazard identification. Holds a Competent Scaffold Erector certification and possesses extensive experience with various scaffolding types.