Piledriver

Cajun Industries, LLC; Hawesville (KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Cajun Industries, LLC is seeking a Piledriver to support heavy rigging and crane operations at construction sites. The candidate should be knowledgeable in rigging and safety, with the ability to learn NCCER-based procedures and operate or use related tools safely.

Responsibilities include erecting and dismantling lattice boom cranes, reading prints, setting out measurements, and assisting other crafts while maintaining emphasis on safety and efficiency on site.

Qualifications

• Physical requirements include ability to move on active construction sites, climb stairs and ladders, and handle up to 50 pounds.
• Mental requirements include strong communication, ability to read plans, perform measurements, and maintain safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Erect and dismantle lattice boom cranes.
• Interpret hand signals 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.

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

*The following are intended as general illustrations of the work in this job class and are not all-inclusive for this position.

• 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: While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee may be required to:

• Move throughout active construction and project site environments, including areas with uneven terrain, mud, gravel, sand, and other varying surface conditions.
• Position themselves to inspect work, access materials, equipment, structures, and work areas at ground level, overhead, and in restricted-access locations.
• Ascend and descend stairs, ladders, scaffolding, and other elevated work surfaces while maintaining safety requirements.
• Frequently handle, operate, and use hand tools, power tools, equipment, instruments, and materials associated with assigned job duties.
• Frequently move, transport, position, push, pull, lift, or carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without assistance or mechanical devices where available.
• Frequently communicate and exchange information with crew members, supervisors, clients, subcontractors, vendors, and others in field and office settings.
• Understand information presented through written, electronic, verbal, visual, and environmental sources to support safe and effective job performance.
• Work in a variety of environments, including outdoor settings exposed to heat, cold, rain, humidity, wind, noise, dust, and other weather or site-related conditions.
• Work in confined spaces, restricted access areas, or elevated locations when required by project needs and in accordance with applicable safety requirements.
• Perform work activities ranging from sedentary to heavy physical exertion depending on project assignment and operational needs.

Mental: While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee may be required to:

• Communicate and collaborate effectively with crew members, supervisors, clients, subcontractors, vendors, and others.
• Read, interpret, apply, and communicate work instructions, plans, specifications, company policies, safety requirements, and regulatory standards.
• Perform mathematical calculations and apply measurement, estimation, and problem solving skills necessary to complete assigned work.
• Maintain concentration, situational awareness, and attention to detail while working in environments with multiple activities, distractions, and changing priorities.
• Make timely decisions using sound judgment related to safety, quality, productivity, and project requirements.
• Observe, evaluate, retain, and apply information necessary to perform assigned duties safely and effectively.
• Adapt to changing work conditions, schedules, priorities, and operational demands.