Form Setter Helper Concrete

About the Role

This position is accountable for building and setting forms made of wood, metal, vinyl, and other materials in accordance with customer specifications (plans). The Form Setter must support the guiding beliefs and core values of Orion, centered on Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Teamwork, with Integrity as the foundation.

The incumbent must have the ability and flexibility to work varying shifts and long hours (8-12 hours), including weekends and extra hours as needed based on production demands.

Responsibilities

• Builds, erects, and aligns forms for various concrete structures and pier foundations using preformed forming systems.
• Sets anchor bolts for drilled pier foundations.
• Estimates concrete quantities and appropriate mixes.
• Interprets blueprints, reads survey stakes, and calculates areas and volumes.
• Spreads concrete to specified depth and workable consistency.
• Performs rough leveling and shaping of concrete surfaces.
• Removes rough or defective spots from concrete surfaces using power grinders or similar tools.
• Mixes cement using concrete mixing machines.
• Provides assistance to other workers and the foreman as necessary.
• Mentors and trains other foundation employees.
• Completes and maintains work records, field paperwork, and generates reports.
• Supports the drilling process when necessary.
• Operates equipment and tools required for the job, including cement mixing machines, power trowels, small mechanical hoists, surveying and measuring equipment, and instruments.
• Maintains equipment and tools to ensure long-lasting use.
• Adheres to confidentiality requirements by not disclosing proprietary or trade secret information.

Safety and Compliance

• Responsible for personal safety and the safety of co-workers.
• Authorized and obligated to stop work if an unsafe condition is observed or anticipated.
• Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, and Company policies and procedures.
• Reports all violations of laws, regulations, or Company policies promptly.
• Performs other duties as assigned, including certification training, safety training, and procedure reviews.

Requirements

• A minimum of one year of experience in concrete structural construction, finishing concrete structures, pier foundations, and setting steel preformed forming systems is required.
• A high school diploma or GED is preferred.
• Ability to work in constantly changing weather and site conditions.
• Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and reaching.

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hats, safety glasses, respirators, ear plugs, and steel-toed shoes.
• Must be able to identify critical issues and formulate action plans with all levels of management.
• Must remain calm during emergencies and respond appropriately as directed by safety representatives or management.
• Must be capable of evacuating the work area in a timely manner during emergencies.

Schedule

Varying shifts of 8-12 hours, including weekends and overtime as needed based on production demands.