Carpenter Leadman

Cajun Engineering Solutions•La Porte, TX

44d

About The Position

The Carpenter Leadman assists the Foreman in managing the crew and is responsible for supervising and coordinating the activity of Carpenter workers to ensure that work is done safely, correctly, and timely. Responsible for ensuring timelines are respected, and necessary resources are obtained. Must have knowledge of advanced layout, use of symon forms, layout of anchor bolts, material takeoff from drawings, and safety requirements for building work. Must learn and understand all safety hazards related to the work and learn to safely and effectively use or operate work-related tools and equipment. Will be required to work in a plant operations or construction job site setting.

Requirements

Must be able to push/pull, lift, or carry up to 50 lbs., but may occasionally push/pull, lift, or carry up to 100 lbs.
Subject to repetitive use of hands/arms, and legs
Hand/eye coordination
Must be able to communicate (hear, comprehend, and speak) to safely perform work
Will need to be able to perform sedentary to heavy work
May operate hand and power tools (electric, gas, and pneumatic) of all types
Climb and maintain balance on steel/wood framework, stairs, ladders and scaffolds
Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis
Position may require prolonged bending/twisting, walking, crawling, kneeling, reaching overhead, squatting, pushing /pulling, or standing and lifting
Must be able to walk on uneven surfaces, muddy conditions, loose rock, loose/soft sand, etc.
May be required to work in confined spaces
Will be exposed to adverse weather conditions (Heat, Cold, Rain, Etc.)
Must have the ability to communicate effectively with management/supervisors and field workers
Reading and writing comprehension is necessary for giving and receiving directions to perform work and/or safety policy
Ability to use math/complete calculations
Work at various tempos, and concentrate amid distractions
Decision-making skills necessary
Detail-oriented; must be able to remember, examine, and observe details
Requires strong leadership and motivational skills

Responsibilities

Act as a working leader and assist the Foreman in managing the crew
Lead a small group of workers within the crew or handle specific tasks assigned by the Foreman
Perform hands-on responsibilities while working alongside the crew and providing guidance
Inspect the quality of all work to ensure standards and specifications are met
Assist workers in their duties and resolve problems
Interpret and enforce company policies and safety regulations
Read and interpret blueprints/sketches, and complete reports
Build and set forms, use level instrument, tie rebar, build scaffold, finish carpentry work, read tape/ruler, set screeds, install batter boards, and operate various hand and power tools
Assist other craft workers as needed
Clearly communicate directions to the supporting teams
Possess some decision-making authority to be able to fill in for the foreman at any given time
Report directly to the Foreman