Scaffold Builder/Erector Journey

Bechtel•Sulphur, LA

About The Position

The Scaffold Builder/Erector selects scaffold materials according to project specifications and dimensions, plans installations to avoid obstructions and interference with other workers, and erects stationary, mobile, and suspended scaffolds in compliance with OSHA regulations and company requirements. The role includes inspecting, maintaining, repairing, and replacing scaffold materials and components as needed. The worker also erects scaffolding and ladders for above-ground structure assembly; handles and transports materials, tools, equipment, and supplies; and assists with positioning and securing materials and workpieces. The role requires maintaining a clean, safe work environment, restocking supplies, safely traversing uneven terrain, climbing vertical ladders, working above or below ground, using hand and power tools safely, and adhering to safety procedures. Typically requires at least 48 months of industrial construction experience.

Requirements

  • Typically, a minimum of 48 months of industrial construction experience.
  • Ability to safely traverse uneven terrain with tools and building materials.
  • Ability to climb vertical ladders and work above or below ground as necessary.
  • Ability to use hand tools dexterously and safely operate power tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

  • Communicate with others to perform tasks.
  • Select the proper size and type of scaffold materials according to project specifications and dimensions.
  • Plan installations to avoid obstructions and interference with other workers’ activities.
  • Safely erect stationary, mobile, and suspended scaffolds in compliance with OSHA regulations and company policies and requirements.
  • Inspect and maintain installed scaffolds, repairing or replacing materials and components as required.
  • Erect scaffolding and ladders for assembling structures above ground level.
  • Load, transport, and unload materials, tools, equipment, and supplies.
  • Assist in lifting, positioning, and securing materials and workpieces during installation.
  • 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.
  • Perform tasks involving safe, dexterous use of hand tools.
  • Safely operate power tools and equipment.
  • Adhere to all safety procedures.
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