Rodbuster

Orion Group Holdings • Houston, TX

50d

About The Position

The primary purpose of this position is to place and secure steel bars or mesh in concrete forms in order to reinforce concrete to support building projects. Use a variety of fasteners, rod-bending machines, blowtorches, and hand tools. The incumbent must support the guiding beliefs and core values of the Company which are centered on Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Teamwork (each of equal weight and importance), but most importantly with each built upon the all-important foundation of Integrity.

Requirements

• A minimum of one year of experience with finishing concrete structures and pier foundations is preferred.
• One year of experience with steel performed forming systems and pouring concrete is required.
• High School Diploma or GED is preferred.
• Be able to work in constant change in weather and site conditions.
• Be able to lift, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and reach to perform everyday job tasks.
• The individual must also be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment if required to work or visit the jobsite. This may include hard hat, safety glasses, respirators, ear plugs, steel-toed shoes, personal flotation devices, or other equipment as required by the work performed and location the work is being done.
• The individual must also have the ability to identify critical topics and formulate action plans with all levels of management, including corporate and executive.
• The incumbent must possess the ability to remain calm during emergencies and respond appropriately as dictated by the circumstance of the incident and as directed by the Safety Representative or other management personnel.
• Must be capable of evacuating the work area in a timely manner should an emergency situation arise.

Responsibilities

• Loads and unloads rebar bundles to or from trucks.
• Carries single or multiple reinforcing bars in 10, 20, or 40-feet lengths alone or as part of a lifting team.
• Deposits or places rebar pieces in final destination as instructed.
• Ties pieces of reinforcing bar together using wire and pliers.
• Uses paint to mark reinforcing bars for cutting or tying.
• Ties reinforcing bars in-place horizontally for paving or floors, or vertical for columns and walls.
• Maintains equipment and tools to ensure long-lasting use.
• All employees, current and former, must maintain confidentiality by not disclosing to others any confidential, proprietary, or trade secret information belonging to the Company.
• Responsible and accountable for incumbent's own personal safety. Responsible and accountable for the safety of all co-workers and any others incumbent encounters. Authorized and obligated to stop work on any task or series of tasks whenever an unsafe condition or situation is anticipated or is observed.
• Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, and Company policies and procedures and is subject to appropriate disciplinary action (including dismissal) for failure to do so.
• Reports all violations of applicable laws, regulations, or Company policies and procedures promptly and is subject to appropriate disciplinary action (including dismissal) for failure to do so.
• Performs other related duties as may be assigned or requested by immediate supervision (such as certification training, safety training, procedure review, etc.).

Benefits

• Medical, including Prescription Drugs
• Dental
• Vision
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short Term and Long-term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Plan
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off for Vacation, Sick, Holidays, Jury Duty and Bereavement Leave
• Pre-Tax Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Career Growth & Development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees