Traveling Concrete Carpenter

B; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

B is seeking a Commercial Concrete Carpenter to read drawings, build and place wood or metal forms, and help set elevations for concrete structures in Richmond, VA.

You will work with foremen and project managers, operate tools like plumb bob, levels, laser, and assist with concrete placement while upholding safety policies.

This full-time on-site role requires attention to detail and clear communication; prior construction experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction or contracting industry.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to read drawings and prints.
• Commitment to safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Read and understand drawings and prints.
• Build and assemble wood or metal forms for concrete.
• Set forms to elevations and aid in reinforcing steel.
• Erect scaffolding and ladders.
• Ensure equipment safety and report hazards.
• Assist with placement of concrete as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Communication

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Tools

Plumb bob

Carpenter's level

Laser level

Digital transit

Job description

Commercial Concrete Carpenter

General Description:

Responsible for performing a variety of carpentry tasks associated with prepping, pouring, placing, and finishing of concrete. Tasks include erecting and setting forms for concrete structures, foundations, buildings, and site work per specifications and drawings. This may include concrete tilt-wall forms, symon forms and/or structural forms for columns, decks, elevator cores, parking garages and other cast-in-place concrete structures.

Responsibilities:

• Ability to read and understand drawings and prints.
• Build and/or assemble wood or metal forms for the construction of concrete floors, slabs, walls, columns, tilt-walls, elevated concrete slabs, elevator cores, stairways, etc.
• Set and place forms to proper elevations and locations and may aid in installing reinforcing steel.
• Set and erect forms using a wide variety of materials and forming systems, primarily symon forms.
• Verify accuracy of structures using a plumb bob, carpenters level, laser and/or digital transit.
• Erect scaffolding and ladders for assembling structures above ground level.
• Communicate with Foreman, Riding Boss, or Project Manager regarding any problems arising, materials required, or any safety hazards identified.
• Ensure equipment is all in safe working condition.
• May help signal concrete deliverer to position truck to facilitate pouring.
• Responsible for observing and complying with all safety policies and guidelines.
• Assist with placement of concrete as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in construction or contracting industry.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Strong attention to detail.