Land Scaffold Builder Superintendent

Acadian Contractors Inc.; Brownsville (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Acadian Contractors, Inc. is seeking a Scaffold Builder Superintendent to oversee the erection and dismantling of scaffolds in Brownsville, TX. You will lead the crew, ensure safety and task understanding, and sign off on scaffolds and paperwork as the primary point of contact with the P.I.C.

You will manage daily JSAs, toolbox meetings, and timely documentation, including time tickets, while coordinating with office staff to address site concerns and maintain project efficiency.

Qualifications

• Leadership in scaffolding operations and team management.
• Experience leading safety meetings and coordinating with project management.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with OSHA scaffolding standards and inspection procedures.
• Proficiency in reading and completing JSAs and daily reports.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily JSAs and toolbox meetings.
• Ensure crew understands tasks and safety responsibilities.
• Communicate with P.I.C. and sign off on paperwork before starting tasks.
• Oversee scaffold erection, modification, and dismantling.
• Inspect scaffolding for safety compliance and completeness.
• Submit JSAs, daily reports, and time tickets to the office.
• Organize next-day work tasks to maintain efficiency.
• Ensure tasks are completed safely and on time.
• Clarify client expectations and promote operational efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Safety leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

JSAs & reports

OSHA scaffolding

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Description

Scaffold Builder Superintendent (East Coast)

Location: Brownsville, TX

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

The Scaffold Builder Superintendent is the authorized and competent person responsible for overseeing the erection and dismantling of scaffolds in Brownsville, Tx. This individual leads the scaffold crew, ensuring all work is performed safely and that all team members understand the task at hand. The superintendent is authorized to inspect and sign off on scaffolds and is responsible for daily JSAs, toolbox meetings, and organizing work tasks. They act as the main point of communication with the Person in Charge (P.I.C.) at the job site, ensuring all necessary documentation is completed before beginning work. The supervisor is also responsible for submitting time tickets and addressing any job site concerns via email to office personnel. Acadian Contractors, Inc. maintains a continuing policy of non-discrimination in employment. It is our policy to provide equal opportunity to protected veterans in all phases of the employment process and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. This policy of non-discrimination shall include, but not be limited to, the following employment decisions and practices: hiring; promotions; demotions or transfers; layoffs; recalls; terminations; rates of pay or other forms of compensation; selection for training, including apprenticeship; and recruitment or recruitment advertising. All employment decisions are based only on valid job requirements.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Lead daily JSAs and toolbox meetings.
• Ensure all crew members understand their work tasks and safety responsibilities.
• Communicate effectively with the P.I.C. and sign off on all required paperwork before starting tasks.
• Oversee scaffold erection, modification, and dismantling.
• Inspect scaffolding for safety compliance and completeness.
• Submit JSAs, daily reports, and time tickets to the office at the end of each shift.
• Organize and communicate next-day work tasks to ensure efficiency.
• Ensure the crew completes tasks safely and in a timely manner.
• Clarify client-specific expectations and promote operational efficiency during assignments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership in scaffolding operations.
• Experience conducting safety meetings and coordinating with project management.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with OSHA scaffolding standards and inspection procedures.
• Proficiency in reading and completing JSAs, daily reports, and time ticket submissions.
• Ability to inspect scaffolds and verify 100% completion.
• Experience in scaffold erection and hands-on assistance when necessary.

HSE Responsibilities

• Embrace, lead, and demonstrate “Acadian F.I.R.S.T.” – Vision & Mission Statement as fundamental core values.
• Demonstrate visible leadership and support proactive safety processes (JSA, Time Out & TEAM BBS Observations) to achieve an incident-free workplace and advance our safety culture.
• Adhere to all Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Management System policies, procedures, safe work practices, and client-specific regulatory requirements.
• Make a personal commitment and be accountable for HSE results, driving toward the achievement of defined goals. Clearly communicate these goals through direct reports, while coaching, mentoring, and empowering others to achieve desired outcomes.
• Conduct periodic quality assessments of HSE processes to enhance personal coaching and mentoring effectiveness and demonstrate ownership in the successful implementation of HSE programs.