Scaffold Builder/Erector Helper

Bechtel • Brownsville, TX

4d

About The Position

The Scaffold Builder/Erector Helper supports scaffold builders and other workers in constructing and erecting frameworks and scaffolding. The role involves selecting materials to match project specifications, planning installations to avoid obstructions and disruption to other work, assembling materials, and checking structures for alignment. The helper also transports materials, tools, equipment, and supplies; assists with positioning and securing work pieces; maintains tools and a clean, safe work area; and follows safety procedures. The position typically requires at least 6 years of industrial construction experience.

Requirements

• Typically, a minimum of 6 years of industrial construction experience.
• Ability to safely traverse uneven terrain while carrying tools and building materials.
• Ability to climb vertical ladders and work above or below ground as necessary.
• Safe, dexterous use of hand tools.
• Ability to safely operate power tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with Scaffold Builders and others to perform tasks.
• Select the proper size and type of building materials according to project specifications and dimensions.
• Plan installations to avoid obstructions and interference with other workers’ activities.
• Assemble cut and shaped materials by fastening them together with nails and scaffold pins.
• Verify the trueness of structures using a plumb bob and carpenter’s level.
• Erect frameworks for structures.
• Erect scaffolding and ladders for assembling structures above ground level.
• Load, transport, and unload materials, tools, equipment, and supplies.
• Assist with lifting, positioning, and securing materials and work pieces during installation, as needed.
• Clean tools and equipment and perform minor maintenance activities.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Restock supplies and materials as necessary.
• Safely traverse uneven terrain while carrying tools and building materials.
• Climb vertical ladders and work above or below ground as necessary.
• Use hand tools dexterously and safely.
• Safely operate power tools and equipment.
• Adhere to all safety procedures.

What This Job Offers

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