Commercial Structural Joist Technician

Klover SEPA•Philadelphia, PA

About The Position

Commercial Structural Joist Technician WORKSITES: 70 MILE RADIUS OF QUAKERTOWN (Tri-State Area, PA) KLOVER is a commercial carpentry subcontractor and manufacturer of prefabricated wall panel systems founded in 1991. We exist to reinvent the way construction is done. Our mission is uncommon and requires trade professionals with uncommon capabilities. We offer one of the most competitive benefits packages in the industry because extraordinary associates deserve extraordinary benefits. So, if you have a burning desire for self-improvement, a willful embrace for change, and a natural capability for the skills required, please submit your application. General Summary of Position The Commercial Structural Joist Technician exists to install a variety of structural flooring systems including Comslab, EcoSpan, Hambro and traditional metal decking; structural steel and other products offered as add-ons to Klover Wall Panel Systems. This position must be familiar with the tools of the trade and can read, follow, and understand blueprints, drawings, and work orders. Ability to weld is a plus, but not always necessary for this role. Reference qualifications section III.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Participation in a secondary or post-secondary trade curriculum
1+ year experience with floor joist, metal deck, or structural steel installation
Knowledge and understanding of construction safety devices and PPE
1+ year experience with stick welding
Current AWS D1.1 SMAW 3G and AWS D1.1 SMAW 4G certifications, AWS D1.5 SMAW 3G and 4G are preferred
Rigging and Signaling experience is a plus
Basic carpentry knowledge
Self-motivated to grow personally and professionally through on-going education as a result of the rate of change in the position
Conscientious with customers in areas such as meeting customer needs, wants & expectations
Ability to successfully adapt (personally and professionally) to changes in the internal and external environment
Ability to build a relationship with another person or group through effective communication skills (listening, speaking & behaving)
Ability to focus on and meet target goals and objectives
Ability to work effectively and productively as a member of a cross-functional team
Proactively defining & resolving problems before they become an issue, and identifying & resolving identified problems for optimum results
Ability to manage one's internal states, impulses and resources
Due to the physical nature of the position, employee must have full dexterity of their hands and arms
Lift up to 50 pounds independently
Stand for long periods of time
Use their hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls
Walk for long periods of time
Bend or twist their body
Repeat the same movements
Kneel, stoop, crouch, or crawl
Employee must be able to see objects close and far away
At times, multiple sounds can be heard as employee is working on job, employee must have the ability to focus on the sound in particular that is associated with the task they are completing. Employees with any sort of hearing impairment would not be considered fit for duty to perform this position
Due to the safety sensitive nature of the position, at all times, employee must be fit for duty and not report to work under the influence of a mind altering or performance altering substance. At no time, should employee be found to be possessing or using a mind or performance altering substance while performing any Company task
The employee will adhere to the Company safety policy and, at all times, will use all required Personal Protective Equipment provided to employee
The employee will represent the Company in a positive, professional manner with fellow employees and within the communities served
The employee will encourage and maintain teamwork throughout the company and will communicate all pertinent information in a timely and effective manner
The employee will endeavor to maintain our integrity by embracing high ethical standards and adhering to company policies
Consistently demonstrates Company Guiding Values of Quality, Customer Satisfaction, Integrity, Teamwork, and Community
Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance
Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check
FBI Fingerprint Criminal Background Check

Nice To Haves

Current AWS D1.1 SMAW 3G and AWS D1.1 SMAW 4G certifications, AWS D1.5 SMAW 3G and 4G are preferred
Rigging and Signaling experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Accurately measure and read height, width, length, and other proportions with a tape measure
Assist foreman with proper layout for work to be put in place
Fabricate or alter parts using grinders, sawzalls, shears, hammers, punches, or drills
Join materials with PAFs, nails, screws, staples, or adhesives
Use levels, rules, plumb bobs, framing squares, and lasers to ensure everything is level and secure
Check work along the way to ensure it meets specification and quality standards
Install/use rigging and hoisting equipment
Install flooring systems according to specifications and building codes
Maneuver units into position for installation, and anchor the units
Perform welds using stick processes for joists or deck in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions (optional)
Work at heights with several elevated platforms
Keep work area clean and productive
Always exercise the proper use of PPE
Set up and safely use company equipment
Maintain welding certification through maintenance logs and supervisor observation