Journeyman Scaffold Builder - Safe, Hands-On Field Expert

Matrix Service Company; Republic (WA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability benefits

Life and AD&D

Job summary

Matrix Service Company is seeking experienced scaffold erectors to erect, modify, and dismantle scaffolding systems in industrial, refinery, maintenance, turnaround, and construction environments. You will work from blueprints, drawings, and specifications to provide safe access for employees at elevated locations while complying with safety standards and company procedures.

The role requires reading scaffold plans, assembling components, conducting pre-use inspections, and maintaining clean

Qualifications

• Competent Person for Scaffolding required.
• Previous mining, industrial maintenance, refinery, turnaround, or heavy construction experience preferred.
• Thorough understanding of scaffold erection, modification, and dismantling procedures.
• Must be able to read and interpret scaffold plans, drawings, and specifications.
• Strong knowledge of industrial safety standards and protocols.
• Must demonstrate scaffold building proficiency through testing, certification, or documented experience.
• Able to communicate clearly with team members, supervisors, and other departments about issues and solutions.
• Knowledge of fall protection systems and elevated work requirements.
• Experience using scaffold tools, measuring devices, and material handling equipment.
• Complete the Company's Safety training, Process Safety Management training, and client/site-specific training.
• Must obtain and maintain active status within the appropriate drug testing program.
• Must pass background check.

Responsibilities

• Actively support the Company's commitment to safety and its Core Values.
• Always represent the Company with high moral standards while adhering to the Code of Business Conduct and Ethics.
• Perform duties within a precise limit or standard of accuracy (Quality Control).
• Erect, modify, inspect, and dismantle scaffolding systems in accordance with OSHA regulations and site requirements.
• Interpret scaffold drawings, blueprints, and work instructions to determine scaffold design and material requirements.
• Assemble and install scaffold components including frames, braces, planks, ladders, handrails, toe boards, and access systems.
• Conduct pre-use inspections of scaffolding and identify deficiencies requiring corrective action.
• Select and maintain proper scaffold materials, tools, and equipment for assigned work activities.
• Ensure scaffolding is erected to safely support required loads and intended use.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area while following housekeeping requirements.
• Climb ladders, scaffolds, stairs, and work from elevated or uneven surfaces.
• Identify safety hazards and take corrective action to minimize hazards.
• May be required to train and supervise apprentices.
• Perform other responsibilities as required or assigned.

Skills

Read scaffold plans

Scaffold erection/modification

Safety compliance

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Ability to train apprentices

Tools

Scaffold tools

Measuring devices

Material handling equipment

Job description

Matrix Service Company is seeking experienced scaffold erectors to erect, modify, and dismantle scaffolding systems in industrial, refinery, maintenance, turnaround, and construction environments. You will work from blueprints, drawings, and specifications to provide safe access for employees at elevated locations while complying with safety standards and company procedures.

The role requires reading scaffold plans, assembling components, conducting pre-use inspections, and maintaining clean