Carpenter Journeyman

The Great Lakes Construction Company

292d

About The Position

Great Lakes is seeking experienced Carpenters, including Foreman and Journeymen, to join their team for heavy highway/civil bridge projects in Northeast Ohio. Applicants should have prior experience with formwork for bridges and/or experience working on water and wastewater treatment facilities.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
• Must be a member of or willing to join the Carpenters Union (UBC)
• Journeyman experienced in structural concrete on bridges and related fields
• Skilled in the use of necessary hand tools and accuracy in using a level
• Proficient written and verbal skills
• Attention to detail
• Proactive, self-motivating, problem solver
• Ability to prioritize and remain flexible
• Work well individually and on teams
• Ability to demonstrate leadership traits, including the ability to make decisions with integrity
• Valid driver's license required

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret drawings/plans to understand the job
• Plans and selects specific sizes/types of lumber and other pertinent materials for the job
• Prepares layout
• Braces formwork with timbers, tie rods, anchor bolts, and other fasteners for use in building concrete piers, footings, and walls
• Assembles overhang modules/jacks
• Climbs wing walls and retaining walls
• Assembles wood deck forms
• Erects scaffolding and ladders
• Accurately measures boards, timbers, plywood, and any other materials and marks with cutting lines
• Assists in placing and finishing concrete
• Perform other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
• Education Level: High school or GED