Concrete Carpenter

Concrete Formwork Foundation Installation

Responsible for installing the concrete formwork foundations in the early stages of a construction project. You will be responsible for setting up the basic form of the structures, such as framing, scaffolding, or molds to lay concrete.

Responsibilities (other duties may be assigned)

• Build and align form systems
• Construct scaffolding and platforms
• Use measuring tools to ensure accuracy
• Pour concrete
• Finish concrete using hand and power tools
• Follow OSHA safety regulations
• Checking forms for proper construction.
• Setting forms to desired pitch, depth and proper alignment.
• Spread, level and smooth concrete using rake, shovel, hand or power trowel, hand or power screed and float.
• Mold expansion joints and edges using edging tools, jointer and straight edge.
• Monitor weather elements for effect on the curing of concrete.
• Produce rough concrete surface using broom.
• Operate power vibrator to consolidate concrete.
• Application of surface treatments.
• Follow instructions and work as a member of a team.
• Use hand and/or power tools
• Use saw to cut expansion joints.
• Understand/Read blueprints and elevations.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED certificate.
• Experience with concrete form setting or construction is required.
• Proficiency with industry hand and power tools, including saws.
• Physical ability to perform manual labor.
• Basic math skills.
• Work is performed in a variety of weather conditions with exposure to outdoor elements.
• Functions essential to this position include but are not limited to standing, sitting, stooping, bending, walking and lifting heavy objects (50 pounds) during the course of the work day
• Good housekeeping skills.