Piledriver

Cajun Industries, LLC; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Cajun Industries, LLC is seeking a knowledgeable Piledriver based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Responsibilities include erecting and dismantling lattice boom cranes, directing as per hand signals, and ensuring safety at construction sites.

Applicants must handle physical demands like lifting and working outdoors under varied conditions. Candidates should have effective communication skills and experience with rigging and crane operation is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift/carry up to 50 lbs, willing to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Ability to communicate effectively and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Must demonstrate capability in mental tasks like reading and math.

Responsibilities

• Erect and dismantle lattice boom cranes.
• Interpret hand signals for crane operations.
• Read prints and take measurements for layouts.

Skills

Rigging knowledge

Crane operation

Hand signal interpretation

Math skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

More information about this job

Overview

The Piledriver is knowledgeable in heavy rigging, and preferably has basic to advanced rigging (per NCCER). Must learn and understand all safety hazards related to the work and learn to safely and effectively use or operate work related tools and equipment. Will be required to work in a plant operations or a construction jobsite setting.

Responsibilities

• Erect and dismantle lattice boom cranes
• Interpret hand signals in order to direct cranes for pile driving activities
• Read prints and take measurements to assist in laying out
• Plumb piles with levels
• Assist other craft workers as needed

Qualifications

Physical

• Must be able to push/pull, lift, or carry up to 50 lbs., but may occasionally push/pull, lift, or carry up to 100 lbs.
• Subject to repetitive use of hands/arms, and legs
• Hand/eye coordination
• Must be able to communicate (hear, comprehend, and speak) to safely perform work
• Will need to be able to perform sedentary to heavy work
• May operate hand and power tools (electric, gas, and pneumatic) of all types
• Climb and maintain balance on steel/wood framework, stairs, ladders and scaffolds
• Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis
• Position may require prolonged bending/twisting, walking, crawling, kneeling, reaching overhead, squatting, pushing /pulling, or standing and lifting
• Must be able to walk on uneven surfaces, muddy conditions, loose rock, loose/soft sand, etc.
• May be required to work in confined spaces
• Will be exposed to adverse weather conditions (Heat, Cold, Rain, Etc.)

Mental

• Must have the ability to communicate effectively with management/ supervision
• Reading and writing comprehension is necessary for giving and receiving directions to perform work and/or safety policy
• Ability to use math/complete calculations
• Work at various tempos, and concentrate amid distractions
• Decision making skills necessary
• Detail-oriented; must be able to remember, examine, and observe details