Journeyman Scaffold Builder - Lead & Build Safely

Austin Industries; St. Gabriel (LA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin Industrial in the United States is seeking a Scaffold Builder Journeyman to construct, assemble, maintain, and dismantle tubular scaffolding per safety standards. This role requires precision, physical endurance, and strong safety awareness.

Requires a minimum of 3 years in scaffolding, a High School diploma with a lubrication technician certification, and the ability to read and follow instructions. Supervisory duties may involve leading 1–5 helpers in the Operations Department.

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma with a certification as a lubrication technician.
• Experience: 3 years’ minimum experience in scaffolding.
• Supervisory: May directly supervise 1 to 5 scaffold builder helpers in the Operations Department.
• Language: read and speak fluent English; write simple correspondence.

Responsibilities

• Determines type of scaffold needed.
• Inspects job site and scaffold material for defects and hazards.
• Communicates safety hazards and mitigates risks prior to construction.
• Erects and transports tubular scaffold to required dimensions.
• Hoists scaffolding materials and ensures stability and locking.

Skills

Safety compliance

English fluency

Reading & writing

Team leadership

Mathematical skills

Education

High School diploma with lubrication technician certification

Job description

Austin Industrial in the United States is seeking a Scaffold Builder Journeyman to construct, assemble, maintain, and dismantle tubular scaffolding per safety standards. This role requires precision, physical endurance, and strong safety awareness.

Requires a minimum of 3 years in scaffolding, a High School diploma with a lubrication technician certification, and the ability to read and follow instructions. Supervisory duties may involve leading 1–5 helpers in the Operations Department.