Rodbuster

Standard Constructors, Inc.; Lebanon (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Standard Constructors, Inc. seeks a Rodbuster to install reinforcing steel (rebar) and oversee safe operation of related tools and equipment at an industrial facility on construction sites.

Responsibilities include placing, securing, and tying rebar according to specifications and standards, using hand tools and bending machines, and assisting other craft workers in a heavy civil setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ rebar installation experience.
• Experience working on heavy civil construction commercial job sites and/or industrial facilities.

Responsibilities

• Understand the purpose and proper technique for placing and securing bars or in concrete forms to reinforce concrete structures
• Ensure rebar is placed and secured according to project specifications and safety standards
• Space and fasten together rods in forms using wire and pliers
• Position and secure steel bars, rods, cables, or mesh in concrete forms using fasteners and hand tools
• Bend steel rods with hand tools and rod bending machines
• Cut rods to required lengths using metal shears, hacksaws, or bar cutters
• Assist other craft workers

Skills

Rebar installation

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Math/calculations

Tools

Rod bending machines

Hand tools

Power tools (electric, gas, pneumatic)

Job description

The Rodbuster must have experience installing reinforcing steel (rebar) and have strong knowledge of reinforcing steel methods, tools, and materials for installing rebar and concrete. Must understand all safety hazards related to the work and oversee the safe and effective operation of work-related tools and equipment. Will be required to work in an industrial facility on construction jobsite setting.

Responsibilities

• Understand the purpose and proper technique for placing and securing bars or in concrete forms to reinforce concrete structures
• Ensure rebar is placed and secured according to project specifications and safety standards
• Space and fasten together rods in forms using wire and pliers
• Position and secure steel bars, rods, cables, or mesh in concrete forms using fasteners and hand tools
• Bend steel rods with hand tools and rod bending machines
• Cut rods to required lengths using metal shears, hacksaws, or bar cutters
• Assist other craft workers

Experience and Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ rebar installation experience
• Experience working on heavy civil construction commercial job sites and/or industrial facilities

Qualifications

• 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.)
• 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

Work Environment

The job will primarily be on or around construction/turnaround sites in petrochemical operational units and include possible hazardous environments such as confined spaces and working at heights. Exposure to loud noises, dust, dirt, irritants and smoke may occur. Special Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) may be necessary to control some hazardous environments. Additional forms of PPE may be required depending on the particular project. Safety requirements must be verified and meet standards set forth by client permits, policies and procedures, and be performed in compliance with all federal, state and local laws or ordinances before work activities can begin.

ALWAYS HAVE SAFETY OF EMPLOYEES AND POSITIVE PROJECT OUTCOME AS TOP PRIORITY.

Standard Constructors, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.