Bridge Form Carpenter - Marion, VA

Responsibilities

• Erect built-in-place forms or assemble and install prefabricated forms on the construction site according to blueprint specifications
• Inspect all work-in-progress to ensure work conforms to specifications and plans
• Identify extra work or change of conditions and report to project manager/project engineer
• Perform all work according to safety standards and promote safety on all job sites, using the right tools of the trade for each activity
• Assist with survey and field layout
• Aid estimators and engineers during the pursuit of new work including borrow pit locations and selection, plant site selection, value engineering, etc.
• Maintain quality control and adhere to company safety policies on all aspects of performed work
• Promote and adhere to on-the-job training of personnel and corporate safety standards by taking an active role in emphasizing safety, quality, and production, leading by example

Requirements

• 3+ years of hands-on experience as a bridge carpenter working heavy construction preferred
• Strong knowledge and experience interpreting drawings/project specifications
• Working knowledge of driving pile, erection and wrecking all forms, setting and tying steel, pouring and finishing concrete, and set up and maintenance of erosion control
• Competency in reading civil construction plans
• Basic computer skills
• Valid Driver License

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of bridge super substructure and substructure, cofferdams, work trestles, and bridge deck construction methods used to construct major bridge structures and retaining walls
• Experience efficiently and safely operating trade tools and equipment

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation Package
• Comprehensive Health, Vision and Dental Insurance
• FSA Program
• 401K Program with 4% company match
• 8 Paid Holidays plus personal floating holiday
• Accrue 80 hours Paid Time Off (PTO) the first year
• And more...

Schedule

This is a full-time position. Normal work hours are Monday through Friday – 48 hours, 7:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Monday – Thursday, and 7:00 a.m. -3:30 p.m. on Friday, with time provided for lunch, hours may vary. Work may be local or out of town in which case overnight stays are required.