Carpenter Helper

Bechtel•Sulphur, LA

About The Position

The Carpenter Helper supports carpenters and others in performing construction tasks. The role involves shaping, assembling, and installing materials; erecting shoring; installing plywood decking; and building forms and chutes for concrete pours. The helper also unloads materials and equipment, assists with positioning work pieces, maintains tools, and keeps the work area clean and safe. The work requires safely using hand and power tools and moving through uneven terrain, climbing ladders and rebar structures, and working at heights and on narrow rebar mats. A minimum of six months of industrial construction experience is typically required.

Requirements

Typically, a minimum of 6 months of industrial construction experience.
Ability to safely traverse uneven terrain while carrying tools and building materials.
Ability to climb vertical ladders and work above or below ground as necessary.
Ability to climb rebar walls and cages and work at heights.
Ability to walk and work on rebar mats and other narrow surfaces.
Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, and equipment.

Responsibilities

Communicate with carpenters and others to perform job tasks.
Shape materials to prescribed measurements using skill saws, table saws, band saws, and other tools.
Assemble cut and shaped materials by fastening them with nails or screws.
Verify the trueness of structures using a plumb bob and carpenter’s level.
Erect shoring and install plywood decking.
Construct forms and chutes for pouring concrete.
Unload materials, tools, equipment, and supplies.
Assist with lifting, positioning, and securing materials and work pieces during installation.
Clean and perform minor maintenance on tools and equipment.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
Use hand tools dexterously and operate power tools and equipment safely.
Adhere to all safety procedures.