Carpenter/Concrete/Form Setter

Dragados • Virginia Beach, VA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This role involves carpentry and concrete form setting. The carpenter will use small hand tools to construct and set forms, assist coworkers in preparing for concrete placement, and load/unload equipment. They will also interact with subcontractors, ensure work complies with contract documents and specifications, and adhere to OSHA and company safety requirements. The position requires attention to detail in woodworking and the ability to work effectively in a team environment. Local candidates are strongly preferred.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years carpentry/woodworking construction experience.
• Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to communicate with others to convey information effectively.
• Must demonstrate attention to details in woodworking.
• Must be able to work in a team environment.
• Concrete formwork experience.
• Carpenters frequently lift and carry materials, tools, and equipment, sometimes weighing up to 50lbs or more.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50lbs, multiple time an hour throughout a shift.
• They often stand for long periods of time, sometimes all day, while working on projects.
• Must be able to stand for 90% of an 8-12hr shift.
• Carpentry work often involves climbing ladders, scaffolding, or stairs to reach different levels of a structure.
• Must be able to climb 30’ ladders.
• Must be able to climb 60’ stairs.
• Must be able to wear a 30lb harness and tool bags and climb concrete form work and rebar.
• Carpenters frequently bend, stoop, kneel, or crouch to perform tasks, such as installing flooring or working in tight spaces.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, kneel and crawl for up to 30mins at a time, multiple times a day.
• Carpenters need good hand-eye coordination and dexterity to operate tools and equipment, and to work with precision.
• Must be able to use small hand tools while standing, bending at the waist, and kneeling throughout an 8-12hr shift.
• Carpenters need good vision to see clearly at varying distances, and to workplans and other documents.
• Must be able to see while using required safety glasses.
• They need good hearing to be aware of their surroundings and to follow instructions.
• Must be able to wear hearing protection as needed.
• Carpenters may work in a variety of weather conditions, both indoors and outdoors.
• Must be able to work an entire shift (8-12hrs) in any of the aforementioned environments.
• Carpenters must be able to operate a variety of tools and equipment, including power saws, drills, and other machinery.
• Must be able to use/operate small hand and power tools at to below shoulder height while standing, bending at the waist, and kneeling.
• Tools will range from a few oz to 35lbs, and must be used throughout an 8-12hr shift.
• Carpenters must be able to follow safety procedures and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Must be able to perform the aforementioned tasks while wearing a harness and or tool bags weighing up to 30lbs for 90% of an 8-12hr shift.

Nice To Haves

• Local candidates strongly preferred
• Rigging experience a plus

Responsibilities

• Using small hand tools to construct and set forms.
• Assisting other coworkers in all necessary requirements to prepare for the placement of concrete.
• Loading and unloading of equipment.
• Interacting with subcontractors to provide required assistance on construction activities.
• Ensuring that all work is being performed per contract documents, specifications, and provisions.
• Ensuring that all OSHA and company safety requirements are implemented and used properly.
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED