Rodbuster A

Cajun Industries Holdings • Baton Rouge, LA

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About The Position

The Rodbuster reinforces or stabilizes concrete structures by installing reinforcing rods, bars, cables, or mesh in concrete forms. The role requires understanding construction processes and how reinforcement supports concrete foundations or framing. The employee uses power and hand tools, learns hazards associated with the work, and operates work-related tools and equipment safely and effectively. Work takes place in plant operations or construction jobsite settings.

Requirements

• Understand 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.
• Read, interpret, apply, and communicate work instructions, plans, specifications, company policies, safety requirements, and regulatory standards.
• Perform mathematical calculations and use 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.
• Adapt to changing work conditions, schedules, priorities, and operational demands.
• Frequently move, transport, position, push, pull, lift, or carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without assistance or mechanical devices where available.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with crew members, supervisors, clients, subcontractors, vendors, and others.

Responsibilities

• Space and fasten rods together 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed