Scaffolding Apprentice: Build, Erect & Climb Safely

TIC - The Industrial Company; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

TIC_Craft in Houston, TX is seeking an entry-level helper to support skilled craftspersons with scaffolding, construction, and related tasks. You will learn to read blueprints, select and use tools, and assist with erecting and dismantling scaffolds under supervision.

The role requires the ability to work outdoors in all weather, lift and climb, and follow safety rules. This is an entry-level, full-time position with overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; related field experience preferred.
• Knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position.
• Ability to understand, follow, and transmit written and oral instructions; communicate with supervision.
• Field experience in the chosen craft discipline.
• Knowledge of safe and efficient use of tools.

Responsibilities

• Learn to read blueprints and specifications to determine scope, locations, quantities, and sizes of materials.
• Identify tools required and measure, mark, and cut materials to specifications.
• Assist skilled craftsman to erect/disassemble scaffolding and install ladders, handrails, walkways, platforms, and gangways.
• Assist with construction, reinforcement, and dismantling pre-constructed scaffolds.
• Assist with building and constructing wooden scaffolds and auxiliary items.
• Perform work involving rigging of equipment loads.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Communication skills

Field experience in chosen craft

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Layout tools

Job description

TIC_Craft in Houston, TX is seeking an entry-level helper to support skilled craftspersons with scaffolding, construction, and related tasks. You will learn to read blueprints, select and use tools, and assist with erecting and dismantling scaffolds under supervision.

The role requires the ability to work outdoors in all weather, lift and climb, and follow safety rules. This is an entry-level, full-time position with overtime as needed.