Scaffold Class A

Brown & Root Industrial Services, LLC•Port Arthur, TX

About The Position

The Scaffold Class A Leadman provides leadership, instruction, and guidance to other craft workers on the work crew and assists the Foreman while working in the capacity of a journeyman. The role builds, positions, and dismantles wooden structures—including concrete forms, scaffolds, tunnel and sewer supports, and temporary frame shelters—according to sketches, blueprints, or company standards. The position works under immediate supervision and relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines.

Requirements

Work within precise limits or standards of accuracy.
Make decisions based on measurable criteria.
Apply basic mathematics and solve problems.
Plan work and select proper tools.
Compare differences in the size, shape, and form of lines, figures, and objects.
Work at heights without fear.
May require a high school diploma or equivalent.
May require previous experience in the field or a related area.
Have knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the field.

Responsibilities

Examine, select, and gather materials and tools.
Review blueprints and specifications to determine structure dimensions.
Inspect base surfaces for obstructions.
Load, transport, and unload materials.
Measure boards, timbers, and plywood with a square, measuring tape, or ruler, and mark cutting lines.
Saw boards and plywood panels to the required sizes.
Use carpentry hand tools and power tools, including hammers, levels, squares, screwdrivers, adjustable wrenches, hand and power saws, drill motors, and pry bars.
Assemble scaffolds with handrails, mid rails, braces, planks, toe boards, screening, locking pins, and wheels to job specifications.
Brace forms in place with timbers, tie rods, and anchor bolts for concrete piers, footings, and walls.
Secure scaffolding to permanent structures by tying.
Erect scaffolding and install ladders, handrails, walkways, platforms, and gangways.
Set and brace anchor bolts.
Rig materials as needed.
Perform minor maintenance or cleaning of tools and equipment.
Observe and comply with safety and project rules.
Perform other duties as required.