Journeyman Highway Structures Carpenter

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret structural drawings, formwork plans, and civil engineering specifications
• Construct, install, and dismantle concrete formwork for bridges, piers, abutments, retaining walls, and culverts
• Build and maintain falsework, shoring, and scaffolding systems
• Collaborate with ironworkers, laborers, equipment operators, and engineers
• Inspect formwork and structures for accuracy, stability, and code compliance
• Follow strict safety procedures, especially for heights, rigging, and confined spaces

Requirements

• Completion of a carpentry apprenticeship or equivalent experience in heavy civil construction
• Strong experience with concrete formwork and structural systems
• Proficiency with carpentry tools, layout instruments, and forming systems
• Knowledge of load-bearing principles, bracing, and structural integrity
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting and working at heights
• Strong teamwork and communication skills

Qualifications

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Complete all required safety training as scheduled and participate in all project TBT and safety meetings.
• Review SDS information as needed.
• Primary duties include erecting and dismantling forms for road/highway structures safely using hand tools and power tools.
• Set and tie steel as required for highway structures and general flat work.
• Assist masons pouring and finishing concrete structures, curbs and gutters.
• Effectively and safely operate cutting tools and concrete vibrators.
• Load, unload and carry equipment, tools and materials.
• Read and understand project plans and maintain grade stakes and other survey markings.
• Perform lay-out using transit and laser level.
• Perform maintenance and upkeep of equipment and tools.
• Safely participate in rigging activities providing flagging and directions to crane operators.
• Ensure a safe work environment in compliance with all safety programs and procedures using the appropriate tools and equipment for the task.