Journeyman Highway Structures Carpenter

MasTec•Wikieup, AZ

6d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Journeyman Carpenter with a minimum of 3 years of experience on Civil Structure Projects. This position performs skilled carpentry work on heavy civil and infrastructure projects, including bridges, highways, tunnels, and utility structures. This role specializes in building and installing complex formwork systems, and structural components used in concrete construction, while ensuring compliance with engineering specifications, safety regulations, and project timelines. FNF Construction, Inc. is a general contractor providing heavy civil construction services throughout the Southwestern United States.

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years experience on Civil Structure Projects
Completion of a carpentry apprenticeship or equivalent experience in heavy civil construction
Strong experience with concrete formwork and structural systems
Ability to read complex infrastructure drawings and layout plans
Proficiency with carpentry tools, layout instruments, and forming systems
Knowledge of load-bearing principles, bracing, and structural integrity
Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions
Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting and working at heights
Strong teamwork and communication skills

Responsibilities

Read and interpret structural drawings, formwork plans, and civil engineering specifications
Construct, install, and dismantle concrete formwork for bridges, piers, abutments, retaining walls, and culverts
Build and maintain falsework, shoring, and scaffolding systems
Work with gang forms, panel systems, and custom-built formwork
Assist with concrete pours, ensuring forms are properly aligned and braced
Set elevations, grades, and alignments using levels, lasers, and surveying tools
Install heavy timber, steel forms, and prefabricated systems
Collaborate with ironworkers, laborers, equipment operators, and engineers
Inspect formwork and structures for accuracy, stability, and code compliance
Follow strict safety procedures, especially for heights, rigging, and confined spaces
Mentor apprentices and support crew productivity
Complete all required safety training as scheduled and participate in all project TBT and safety meetings.
Review SDS information as needed.
Erecting and dismantling forms for road/highway structures safely using hand tools and power tools.
Set and tie steel as required for highway structures and general flat work.
Assist masons pouring and finishing concrete structures, curbs and gutters.
Effectively and safely operate cutting tools and concrete vibrators.
Load, unload and carry equipment, tools and materials.
Read and understand project plans and maintain grade stakes and other survey markings.
Perform lay-out using transit and laser level.
Perform maintenance and upkeep of equipment and tools.
Safely participate in rigging activities providing flagging and directions to crane operators.
Ensure a safe work environment in compliance with all safety programs and procedures using the appropriate tools and equipment for the task.