Lead Scaffold Builder — Safety, Mentoring & Excellence

Brand Industrial Services; Freeport (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k plan

Job summary

BrandSafway is seeking an experienced Scaffold Builder Leadman to lead a crew in erection, modification, inspection, and dismantling of industrial scaffolds. You will read drawings, assign tasks, inspect components, and ensure safety and quality on site.

The role requires strong leadership, knowledge of scaffold systems and OSHA regulations, and the ability to travel to job sites as needed. A safety-minded applicant will excel in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Scaffold Builder Leadman or Lead Scaffold Builder in industrial construction or maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of scaffold systems, erection methods, load capacities, and OSHA scaffold regulations.
• Ability to read scaffold drawings, blueprints, and work specifications.
• Experience leading crews and coordinating daily work activities.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work at heights, in confined spaces, and in varying weather conditions.
• Commitment to safety, quality workmanship, and maintaining project schedules.
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to job sites as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a crew of scaffold builders during erection, modification, and dismantling of scaffold systems.
• Read and interpret scaffold drawings, blueprints, and work orders to ensure accurate installation.
• Assign daily tasks and monitor crew productivity and quality of work.
• Inspect scaffold components before use to ensure safety and quality standards.
• Ensure scaffolds comply with OSHA regulations, company policies, and customer requirements.
• Conduct daily safety meetings and reinforce proper use of fall protection and PPE.
• Coordinate manpower, materials, and equipment with supervisors to support project schedules.
• Perform scaffold inspections and identify hazards or deficiencies, ensuring corrective actions are taken.
• Train and mentor scaffold builders to improve skills, safety awareness, and work practices.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Safety awareness

Reading drawings

Team supervision

Travel readiness

Job description

BrandSafway is seeking an experienced Scaffold Builder Leadman to lead a crew in erection, modification, inspection, and dismantling of industrial scaffolds. You will read drawings, assign tasks, inspect components, and ensure safety and quality on site.

The role requires strong leadership, knowledge of scaffold systems and OSHA regulations, and the ability to travel to job sites as needed. A safety-minded applicant will excel in this fast-paced environment.