Deep Foundations Pile Driver

GROUP Contractors•Donaldsonville, LA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Assists with deep foundation installation, including timber piles, concrete piles, sheet piles, drill shafts, and auger-cast foundations. Works with and around pile-driving equipment and helps erect and dismantle equipment. The role also involves basic rigging and general construction duties. This is a full-time, hourly field position, primarily outdoors at industrial construction sites. Workdays and hours vary by jobsite; occasional evening or weekend work and travel may be required as job duties demand. Workers may encounter adverse weather, extreme temperatures, and loud noise. The position requires compliance with company safety policies and applicable jobsite requirements.

Requirements

At least 2 years of industrial field experience as a Pile Driver Helper.
Valid TWIC Card.
Valid OSHA Basic Plus credential.
Ability to pass all Safety Council-related courses.
Ability to undergo pre-employment screening, including a physical, drug and alcohol screen, audiogram, and fit test if applicable.
Valid driver's license to operate company equipment and/or vehicles.
Ability to use math and complete calculations.
Proficiency with hand and power tools.
Ability to perform physical labor involving climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
Ability to rig equipment and materials and interpret crane hand signals.
Ability to follow instructions and comply with safety requirements.

Nice To Haves

NCCER Basic Rigger Certification, or willingness to test.

Responsibilities

Assist with essential pile-driving and deep-foundation installation functions.
Erect and dismantle lattice-boom cranes.
Obtain necessary tools and components and lay out work.
Interpret hand signals to direct cranes during pile-driving activities.
Prepare, align, plumb, set, stress, test, pull, weld, cut off, and cap piling of any type, including steel and concrete piles.
Splice, bark, head, and shoe piling, and perform associated rigging and signaling.
Use hand and power tools and other equipment necessary to complete assigned tasks.
Rig equipment and materials to be set into place.
Perform general construction duties and physical labor, including climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials at construction sites.
Use safety gear and follow safe work practices in accordance with the company policy manual.
Follow instructions and demonstrate willingness to learn.