Carpenter

Fessler & Bowman Inc•Raleigh, NC

124d

About The Position

Fessler & Bowman, Inc. is a specialty concrete and civil earthwork contractor. Carpenters perform a variety of tasks in support of project completion and work as valued members of the team. Duties include welding, building concrete forms and forming systems, using hand tools and small powered equipment, reinforcing concrete with steel bars or mesh, and using fasteners and related equipment. The role may also include other assigned duties. The position involves travel to surrounding job sites when required. The employee may receive per diem for travel and overnight stays when applicable. Work takes place in varied environments, including high or low temperatures, areas near traffic, noisy locations, confined spaces, at heights, and indoors or outdoors. Recruitment includes a phone screen, an in-person meeting, a pre-employment background check, and a drug test.

Requirements

Previous knowledge of civil construction, concrete work, and steel fixing.
Solid understanding of form-work carpentry.
Ability to read blueprints and proficiency in measuring and cutting.
Willingness to learn and follow all safety policies and requirements.
Ability to understand English.
Ability to lift up to 75 lbs.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to climb, kneel, bend, and crawl often, and work on ladders, platforms, and mechanical lifts.
Willingness to travel to surrounding job sites when required.

Nice To Haves

Experience building concrete forms and decks.

Responsibilities

Weld and build forms and forming systems for concrete.
Operate basic hand tools and small powered equipment used in heavy civil carpentry.
Position and secure steel bars or mesh in concrete forms to reinforce concrete.
Use a variety of fasteners, rod-bending machines, blowtorches, and rod busters.
Perform other duties as assigned.