CONCRETE CARPENTER

About the role

As a Concrete Carpenter at Nox Group, you will specialize in forming and shaping concrete structures and components for various construction projects. Your expertise in carpentry combined with knowledge of concrete construction techniques will be essential in creating durable and precise concrete forms.

Responsibilities

• Formwork Construction: Build and assemble forms for concrete structures, including walls, columns, beams, decks, and foundations, based on blueprints and specifications.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience with MEVA formwork systems, including layout, assembly, installation, bracing, stripping, and cycling of forms for large-scale concrete structures. Experience with MEVA systems on water/wastewater treatment facilities, tanks, basins, and heavy civil structures is strongly preferred.
• Measurement and Layout: Take measurements and lay out forms accurately according to blueprints and project requirements.
• Concrete Pouring and Finishing: Pour concrete into forms and spread it using tools such as screeds and trowels to achieve desired consistency and surface smoothness.
• Cutting and Shaping: Cut and shape materials to specified measurements using hand and power tools.
• Form Stripping: Remove forms once concrete has cured and inspect surfaces for defects or imperfections, making necessary repairs or adjustments.
• Concrete Repair: Repair and patch concrete surfaces and structures using appropriate materials and techniques.
• Inspecting Work: Inspect completed work to ensure conformance with specifications, quality standards, and safety regulations.
• Safety Compliance: Adhere to all safety standards and procedures to ensure a safe working environment for yourself and team members.
• Cleaning and Maintenance: Clean and maintain tools, equipment, and work areas to ensure safety, efficiency, and longevity of tools and materials.
• Collaboration: Coordinate with construction teams, including general contractors, concrete finishers, and other trades, to ensure efficient workflow and project completion.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a concrete carpenter or in a similar role involving concrete formwork construction.
• Proficiency in carpentry techniques, including layout, cutting, and assembly of forms.
• Understanding of concrete mixing, pouring, finishing, and curing processes.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting heavy materials and working in various weather conditions.
• Precision and accuracy in measuring, cutting, and aligning forms to ensure quality concrete structures.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues related to formwork and concrete placement.

Working Conditions

• Environment: Work is typically performed outdoors at construction sites, exposed to noise, dust, and varying weather conditions.
• Schedule: Full-time, with overtime and weekend work possible depending on project deadlines and requirements.

This is a safety-sensitive position, and all applicable policies including drug test and background check will apply. The role may include physical working conditions such as:

• Lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Repeated pushing, pulling, carrying, reaching (or working above shoulder), walking, standing, sitting, stooping, kneeling, bending, and climbing.
• Operating a motor vehicle, crane, tractor, or similar equipment.