0957 - Carpenter - Journeyman

Black & Veatch Family of Companies•Clinton, MS

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Plan, lay-out and install forms, rebar, embeds and anchor bolts for installation of concrete structures in accordance with all applicable plans, specifications, codes and industry standards. This role involves using hand and power tools to assemble and install forms, rebar, embeds and anchor bolts, constructing built-in-place or prefabricated wooden forms, erecting forms, inserting spreaders and tie-rods, anchoring and bracing forms, building wooden structures, pouring and finishing concrete, and patching concrete surfaces. The position also requires participation in safety processes, team engagement for zero injuries, hazard identification and reporting, understanding stop work authority, reporting accidents and near misses, participating in pre-job planning and safety discussions, understanding and responding to safety hazards and warning devices, following lockout tag out procedures, attending site-specific training, and adhering to safety rules and regulations. Effective communication, mathematical skills, active listening, coordination with other crafts, and providing on-the-job training are also essential. The role demands the ability to produce quality work, read and understand plans and specifications, visualize 2D drawings in 3D, and develop a complete understanding of contract plans and specifications for assigned work.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience working as a carpenter or similar craft or a combination of working experience and training
Strong working knowledge of the erection of all types of concrete structures
Working knowledge of auto-level and transit for accurate lay-out and verification of finished grades
Fabrication and erection of forms with thorough knowledge of steel framed forms (i.e. Symons)
Fabrication and placement of rebar including proper tying techniques
Placing, finishing and sealing concrete
Must have all necessary tools (see Industrial Carpenter tool list)
Must be at least 18 years of age
All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations

Nice To Haves

NCCER Concrete Finishing
NCCER Carpenter
NCCER Reinforcing Ironwork
NCCER Rigger
NCCER Scaffolding

Responsibilities

Use appropriate hand (ie hammer, pliers) and power tools (ie skill saw, concrete vibrator) to properly measure, cut, assemble and install forms, rebar, embeds and anchor bolts
Construct built-in-place or prefabricated wooden forms, according to specifications for molding concrete structures
Erect built-in-place forms or assemble and install prefabricated forms
Insert spreaders and tie-rods between opposite pieces to maintain specific dimensions
Anchor and brace forms to fixed objects using nails, bolts, anchor rods, steel cables, planks and timber
Build wooden structures such as scaffold supports and supports, and frame shelters according to specifications and project specifications
Pour concrete into finished forms to specified textures
Vibrate, level, smooth and shape surface of concrete
Finish concrete surfaces to specifications
Remove rough or defective spots from concrete surfaces using power grinder or chisel and hammer and patch holes with fresh concrete or epoxy compound
Install all other items in accordance with the applicable plans and specifications
Participate in all safety related processes and programs as requested
Engage with your work team to ensure we achieve zero injuries
Understand that no job is so important that your safety and that of your crew will be compromised
Watch for hazards and report any concerns to your supervisor or safety professional
If needed, use your stop work authority until the issue is resolved
Report all accidents and near misses to supervisor; participate in investigation process as needed
Participate in all pre-job work planning and safety discussions
Identify safety hazards you or other employees may be subject to and take all necessary corrective action to eliminate and/or mitigate hazards
Understand and respond appropriately to all safety hazards and warning devices (ie back-up alarms, smell of smoke, different colored warning tags, warning sirens)
Understand, support, and follow lockout tag out procedures
Attend site specific training and assure you follow all procedures as out lined in training
Follow established safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe and clean work environment
Use effective verbal and written communication skills
Add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers and fractions rapidly and accurately
Listen to co-workers suggestions, safety concerns, and recommendations giving full attention to what they are saying and take the time to understand the points being made, asking questions and providing feedback when appropriate
Coordinate work with other crafts and co-workers on the job
Provide on-the-job training and/or mentoring to helpers and laborers you are working with
Produce quality work, meeting requirements of plans, specifications and industry standards
Read and understand plans and specifications in blueprints, sketches, or plans to prepare project layout
Visualize two dimensional drawings in three dimensions
Develop complete understanding of contract plans and specifications with regard to that portion of the work assigned
Assure crew plans, lay-out, diagram, install and/or repair structures in accordance with those plans and specifications