Commercial Carpenter - Construction Crew

We are hiring a hands-on Commercial Carpenter in Memphis, TN to build rough wooden structures and concrete formwork for commercial projects. This role focuses on vertical and horizontal concrete forms, gang forms, scaffolding, and temporary structures. You'll work outdoors and at elevated heights, often following sketches, blueprints, or verbal instructions. This is a per diem position paying $18-$28/hr. You must bring basic hand tools, follow strict safety protocols, and be able to lift materials up to 50 lbs. OSHA-10 and commercial formwork experience are required or strongly preferred.

Build vertical and horizontal concrete forms, gang forms, blocking, and temporary structures from sketches, blueprints, or oral instructions
Lay out and measure formwork, install anchor bolts and tiebacks, and set form components for concrete placement
Construct and install scaffolds, frame shelters, tunnel/bridge/sewer supports, and billboard supports as required
Read and interpret drawings and perform site layout for formwork and framing tasks
Work safely at elevated heights and in outdoor weather conditions while following site safety protocols
Carry, position, and secure materials; frequently lift up to 50 lbs and use hand tools to cut, fit, and fasten lumber and formwork
3+ years commercial construction carpentry experience preferred, with emphasis on concrete formwork and gang forms
Experience with formwork carpentry, general framing, scaffolding systems, and site layout
Able to work at elevated heights, outdoors in all weather, and frequently lift up to 50 lbs
Must provide own basic carpenter hand tools (hammer, speed square, tape measure, chalk box, pliers, tool pouch)
3+ years commercial carpentry experience preferred (concrete/formwork experience highly valued)
Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
Must provide own basic carpenter hand tools
Able to work in a drug-free environment and meet site safety requirements (may include drug screening)
Pay: $18-$28 per hour (based on experience)
Per diem pay for eligible assignments
Work on commercial concrete projects with steady, on-site work
Safety-first job sites with required OSHA-10 training
Clear, practical job duties - hands-on formwork and framing every day
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