Concrete Carpenter

Whitaker Construction•Lehi, UT

1d•$30 - $39

About The Position

The Concrete Carpenter performs carpentry work involved in preparing, pouring, placing, and finishing concrete. The role includes erecting and setting forms for concrete footings, slabs, walls, columns, vaults, decks, parapets, and site work according to specifications and drawings. Forming methods may include Gates Handset, Jahn-A, lumber and plywood systems, and proprietary systems such as Symon, Aluma Beam, Alsina/Alisply, and EFCO. Whitaker Holdings is a 100% employee-owned (ESOP) family of companies with more than 70 years of experience in heavy civil construction, underground utilities, and telecommunications. Its companies operate across Utah, Idaho, Nevada, Wyoming, Colorado, Oregon, and beyond, guided by the values Value Safety, Embrace Ownership, Be Honorable, and Elevate Team.

Requirements

At least 3 years of concrete carpentry experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Proficiency with carpentry tools such as squares, tape measures, hammers, circular saws, drills, and hammer drills.
Ability to understand blueprints, sketches, or building plans to determine dimensions and materials for form or framing construction.
Willingness to learn from others.
Strong sense of personal responsibility.
Ability to work safely near equipment, coworkers, and surroundings.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and effectively as part of a team.
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to and from work.
Ability and willingness to work long hours, including day, night, and weekend shifts as needed, and outside normal hours.
Ability to walk, lift, reach, stoop, stand, grasp, balance, climb, kneel, and crouch, and frequently lift up to 70 pounds.
Ability to work outdoors in changing weather and in environments with noise, vibration, and job hazards.
Ability to perform physical labor and other strenuous tasks.
Good hand-eye coordination.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred; vocational training strongly desired.
A work-related credential or education from a secondary or post-secondary educational system (such as Precision Exams or NOCTE) is preferred and provides preferred interview status.

Responsibilities

Read and understand blueprints, sketches, and plans to determine the formwork required.
Prepare layouts using a rule and framing square.
Cut or saw boards, timbers, and plywood to required dimensions using handsaws, power saws, and related tools.
Build and assemble wood or steel forms for concrete footings, slabs, walls, columns, vaults, decks, and parapets.
Establish grades and elevations for concrete work.
Erect scaffolding and ladders to assemble structures above ground level.
Anchor and brace forms to fixed objects using nails, bolts, anchor rods, steel cables, planks, and timbers.
Use concrete finishing tools, including vibrators, hand trowels, bull floats, hand floats, and edgers.
Set and tie rebar as applicable.
Install metal embeds, bolts, and accessories to be cast into concrete.
Chip, scrape, and grind high spots, ridges, and rough projections to achieve the desired concrete finish.
Communicate problems, material needs, and identified safety hazards to the Foreman or Project Manager.
Perform cleanup related to the work.
Comply with safety policies, procedures, and standards.
Assist Construction Laborers with labor duties.
Perform other duties and responsibilities assigned by supervisors.

Benefits

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP); employees earn shares and have ownership in the company and its success.
Competitive wages.
Health insurance.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Life insurance.
Short-term disability insurance.
Supplemental insurance.
401(k) and employer match.
Paid holidays.
Paid personal days.
Quarterly incentive program (profit sharing).
Referral bonuses.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).