Scaffold Journeyman Cert

Brown & Root Industrial Services, LLC•Donaldsonville, LA

About The Position

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. Typically requires at least three years of documented field experience in the chosen craft discipline, with the ability to read and interpret instructions and documents and to plan and perform work activities independently. Certified journeymen must attain NCCER written and/or practical certifications. Leadmen provide leadership, instruction, and guidance to other craft workers, assist the foreman, and work in the capacity of a journeyman. The role may require a high school diploma or equivalent and prior experience in the field or a related area. It relies on commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures, instructions, and pre-established guidelines, and works under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require independent judgment. The position typically reports to a supervisor or manager.

Requirements

Typically at least three years of documented field experience in the chosen craft discipline.
Ability to read and interpret instructions and documents and to plan and perform work activities independently.
Certified Journeyman status requires attainment of NCCER written and/or practical certifications.
Ability to work within precise limits or standards of accuracy.
Ability to make decisions based on measurable criteria.
Ability to apply basic mathematics and solve problems.
Ability to plan work and select proper tools.
Ability to compare differences in the size, shape, and form of lines, figures, and objects.
Ability to work at heights without fear.
May require a high school diploma or equivalent and previous experience in the field or a related area.
Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the field.
Ability to rely on instructions and pre-established guidelines and work under immediate supervision.

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, or plywood and mark cutting lines using measuring tools, a pencil, and a scriber.
Saw boards and plywood panels to required sizes.
Use carpentry hand 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 according to job specifications.
Brace forms 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 activities on tools and equipment.
Observe and comply with safety and project rules.
Perform other duties as required.
For Leadman duties, provide leadership, instruction, and guidance to other craft workers and assist the Foreman.