Piledriver Helper

Cajun Industries, LLC; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Cajun Industries, LLC is seeking a Pile Driver Helper to assist skilled crafts on construction sites and in plant operations under close supervision. You will learn safety hazards, proper use of tools and equipment, and perform tasks to support piling activities.

Key duties include aiding crane operations, preparing and laying out work, and following hand signals to direct cranes. You will collaborate with crew members and other trades to ensure safe, efficient progress.

Qualifications

• Experience with safety practices in construction environments.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions and plans.
• Willingness to perform physically demanding tasks.

Responsibilities

• Erect and dismantle lattice boom cranes.
• Obtain necessary tools and lay out the work.
• Interpret hand signals to direct cranes for pile driving.
• Assist other craft workers as needed.

Skills

Safety awareness

Team communication

Physical stamina

Hand signals

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

More information about this job

Overview

The Pile Driver Helper will assist skilled craftsperson(s) by performing supportive duties as directed and will work under immediate supervision. 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.

Will assist Pile Driver/Pile Driver Foreman with the following:

• Erect and dismantle lattice boom cranes
• Obtain necessary tools and components and the lay out of work
• Interpret hand signals in order to direct cranes for pile driving activities
• 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, 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.