Carpenter — Concrete Formwork (Per Diem)

About This Role

Seeking experienced concrete carpenters in the San Antonio, TX area for per diem assignments on commercial and government projects. Pay up to $26/hr. You’ll build and assemble concrete forms, work from drawings, and support concrete placement — all while working closely with a crew on active job sites. This is hands-on work for reliable tradespeople who know formwork and framing. Expect steady short-term assignments, clear tasks each day, and the need to follow safety and quality standards on government and commercial sites.

What You'll Do

• • Build, set up, brace, and strip concrete forms for walls, slabs, and related structures
• • Interpret construction drawings, specifications, and as-built drawings to lay out formwork accurately
• • Measure, cut, fit and fasten lumber and form components; install anchors and accessories as required
• • Support concrete placement and finishing crews; ensure forms are secure and correctly aligned before pours
• • Coordinate with crew members and site supervisors to maintain schedule and quality standards
• • Keep work areas organized, perform basic cleanup, and follow site safety procedures and PPE requirements

What We're Looking For

• • 3+ years hands-on experience in concrete formwork carpentry on commercial or government projects
• • Proficient reading and interpreting construction drawings, site layout, and as-built drawings
• • Skilled in measuring, cutting, general framing carpentry, and concrete placement support
• • Experience with civil construction sites, commercial construction practices, and working from specifications
• • Able to work safely as part of a crew, follow directions, and maintain quality under schedule pressure
• • Bilingual: English and Spanish required for effective crew communication

Qualifications

• • Fluent in Spanish and English (required)
• • Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to site
• • OSHA 10-hour (minimum) preferred; OSHA 30 welcome
• • Ability to pass background check and drug screen for government work
• • Experience on government projects or familiarity with government site rules preferred

What We Offer

• • Pay up to $26/hr (based on experience)
• • Per diem for eligible assignments to cover travel-related expenses
• • Weekly pay and consistent short-term assignments on government/commercial jobs
• • Overtime available on most projects
• • PPE provided on site and safe, staffed crews

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