Scaffold Journeyman Certified

Brown & Root•Pasadena, TX

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. The role is for a certified journeyman, requiring attainment of NCCER written and/or practical certifications. Typically requires three or more years of documented field experience in the chosen craft and the ability to read and interpret instructions and documents, plan work, and perform activities independently. A Leadman may also provide leadership, instruction, and guidance to other craft workers and assist the Foreman while working as a journeyman. The position works under immediate supervision and relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines. Primary job functions do not typically require independent judgment, and the position typically reports to a supervisor or manager. May require a high school diploma or equivalent and previous experience in the field or a related area.

Requirements

Typically three or more years of documented field experience in the chosen craft discipline.
Ability to read and interpret instructions and documents and plan and perform work activities.
Attainment of NCCER written and/or practical certifications for certified journeyman status.
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 within the field.
Ability to work at heights without fear.
Physical capacity for the listed activities and demands, including standing, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, handling, and fingering.

Responsibilities

Examine, select, and gather materials and tools.
Examine blueprints and specifications to determine structure dimensions.
Inspect base surfaces for obstructions.
Load, transport, and unload materials.
Measure boards, timbers, or plywood with a square, measuring tape, and ruler, and mark cutting lines using a pencil and scriber.
Saw boards and plywood panels to required sizes.
Use carpentry hand tools and equipment, 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 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 activities on tools and equipment.
Observe and comply with all safety and project rules.
Perform other duties as required.
Work within precise limits or standards of accuracy, make decisions based on measurable criteria, apply basic mathematics, solve problems, plan work, and select proper tools.
Work at heights without fear.