Scaffold Foreman

Brown & Root Industrial Services, LLC•Westlake, LA

About The Position

Oversee crew(s) that builds, positions, and dismantles wooden structures, such as concrete forms, scaffolds, tunnel and sewer supports, and temporary frame shelters, according to sketches, blueprints, or company standards. Brown & Root Industrial Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. BENEFITS: Brown and Root offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which include a 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, and flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

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 and see differences in the size, shape and form of lines, figures and objects.
Work at heights without fear.
May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.
Will require independent judgement in direction of crew(s). Typically reports to a supervisor or manager.

Responsibilities

Examines, selects and gathers materials and tools.
Examines blue prints and specifications to determine dimensions of structure.
Inspect base surface for obstructions.
Loads, transports and unloads material.
Measures boards, timbers, or plywood, using square, measuring tape, and ruler, and marks cutting lines on materials using pencil and scriber.
Saws boards and plywood panels to required sizes.
Uses carpentry hand tools such as hammers, levels, squares, screw drivers, adjustable wrenches, hand and power saws, drill motors and pry bars.
Assembles scaffold containing handrails, mid rails, braces and planks, toe boards, screening, locking pins and wheels to job specifications.
Braces forms in place with timbers, tie rods, and anchor bolts for use in building concrete piers, footings, and walls.
Secures scaffolding to permanent structure by tying.
Erects scaffolding for buildings and other structures and installs ladders, handrails, walkways, platforms, and gangways.
Sets and braces anchor bolts.
May rig materials.
Performs minor maintenance or cleaning activities on tolls and equipment.
Responsible for observing and complying with all safety and project rules.
Performs other duties as required