Concrete Formwork Carpenter

About this role

Join a local concrete formwork crew in Washington, DC building and installing structural concrete forms under the direction of a foreman. This hands-on role focuses on footing, wall, column, deck, slab-on-grade and tilt-up/precast formwork using wood, plywood and steel systems. You’ll work on layout, set and strip forms, repair formwork, and help keep the site safe and productive. Ongoing site-specific training and certifications are provided so you can sharpen your skills and advance on the job.

What you'll do

• • Construct, erect, strip and repair wood, plywood and steel concrete forms per construction documents and foreman direction
• • Install footing, wall, column, structural deck and slab-on-grade forms and prepare areas for concrete placement
• • Prep and set tilt-up and precast forms and assist with building layout and form alignment
• • Use hand and power carpentry tools for measuring, cutting, fastening and bracing of formwork components
• • Follow site safety procedures, participate in training and help maintain a clean, organized work area

What we're looking for

• • High school diploma or equivalent
• • Minimum 2 years of related carpentry/formwork experience (concrete formwork preferred)
• • Ability to read basic construction drawings, perform layout and take accurate measurements
• • Physically able to lift, carry and handle materials and work outdoors in varied weather
• • Must pass a background check and be available to work on jobs in Washington, DC

Qualifications

• • High school diploma or GED
• • 2+ years concrete formwork or rough carpentry experience
• • Proficient in reading construction drawings and site layout
• • Ability to pass background check
• • OSHA 10 or equivalent safety training preferred

What we offer

• • Consistent local work schedule with steady project assignments
• • Site-specific safety training and opportunities for skill advancement
• • Health care and retirement plan options (where offered)
• • Paid time off and holidays (where offered)
• • Personal protective equipment and tools provided as required

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