Rodbuster Foreman

Cajun Industries•St. George, LA

About The Position

The Rodbuster Foreman supervises and coordinates Rodbuster workers to ensure work is completed safely, correctly, and on time. The role requires advanced knowledge of construction processes and how rods reinforce concrete foundations or framing. The foreman must learn and understand work-related safety hazards and safely and effectively use or operate relevant tools and equipment. Work takes place in a plant operations or construction jobsite setting.

Requirements

Advanced knowledge of construction processes and how rods reinforce concrete foundations or framing.
Learn and understand safety hazards related to the work.
Learn to safely and effectively use or operate work-related tools and equipment.
Communicate and collaborate effectively with crew members, supervisors, clients, subcontractors, vendors, and others.
Read, interpret, apply, and communicate work instructions, plans, specifications, company policies, safety requirements, and regulatory standards.
Perform mathematical calculations and apply measurement, estimation, and problem-solving skills.
Maintain concentration, situational awareness, and attention to detail amid distractions and changing priorities.
Make timely decisions using sound judgment related to safety, quality, productivity, and project requirements.
Observe, evaluate, retain, and apply information needed to perform duties safely and effectively.
Adapt to changing work conditions, schedules, priorities, and operational demands.
Move throughout active construction and project sites, including areas with uneven terrain, mud, gravel, sand, and other varying surfaces.
Position themselves to inspect work and access materials, equipment, structures, and work areas at ground level, overhead, and in restricted-access locations.
Ascend and descend stairs, ladders, scaffolding, and other elevated work surfaces while following safety requirements.
Frequently handle and use hand tools, power tools, equipment, instruments, and materials associated with assigned duties.
Frequently move, transport, position, push, pull, lift, or carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without assistance or available mechanical devices.
Work outdoors in conditions that may include heat, cold, rain, humidity, wind, noise, dust, and other weather- or site-related conditions.
Work in confined spaces, restricted-access areas, or elevated locations when required by project needs and applicable safety requirements.
Perform work activities ranging from sedentary to heavy physical exertion, depending on assignment and operational needs.

Responsibilities

Inspect work quality to ensure standards and specifications are met.
Assist workers with their duties and resolve problems.
Interpret and enforce company policies and safety regulations.
Space and fasten rods in forms according to blueprints using wire and pliers.
Position and secure steel bars, rods, cables, or mesh in concrete forms using fasteners and hand tools.
Place blocks under rebar to hold the bars off the deck.
Bend steel rods with hand tools and rodbending machines.
Cut and fit wire mesh or fabric using hooked rods, and position it in concrete for reinforcement.
Cut rods to required lengths using metal shears, hacksaws, or bar cutters.
Assist other craft workers as needed.