Carpenter - Concrete Formwork

About this role

Join a local concrete construction crew in Washington, DC as a concrete formwork carpenter. Under the direction of a foreman, you will build, erect, strip and repair wood, plywood and steel forms for footings, walls, columns, decks and slab-on-grade work. The role emphasizes hands-on trade work, jobsite safety and steady, organized project schedules. This position is for a dependable carpenter with formwork experience who wants consistent local work and opportunities to train and advance. You will work with layout, prepare tilt-up and precast forms, operate common carpentry tools, and participate in ongoing site safety training and certifications.

What you'll do

• • Construct, erect, strip and repair wood, plywood and steel concrete forms per construction documents
• • Install footing, wall, column, structural deck and slab-on-grade forms
• • Prepare and set tilt-up and precast formwork; assist with building layout and site layout tasks
• • Read drawings and layout lines; measure, cut and fit form components to tolerance
• • Operate and maintain hand and power tools; ensure tools and formwork materials are secure and in good condition
• • Follow site safety procedures, attend required safety training, and maintain a clean, hazard-free work area

What we're looking for

• • High school diploma or GED and a minimum of 2 years of related carpentry/formwork experience
• • Ability to read and interpret drawings, plans and site layout
• • Competent with general rough carpentry, measuring, cutting and formwork erection methods
• • Capable of performing physical work in outdoor conditions, including lifting and carrying heavy materials
• • Willingness to participate in site safety training and certifications; must pass a background check

Qualifications

• • High school diploma or GED
• • 2+ years of concrete formwork/carpentry experience
• • Able to pass a background check
• • Proficient in blueprint reading and site layout
• • Willing to complete site-specific safety training and certifications (OSHA 10 preferred)

What we offer

• • Consistent local project work and predictable schedules (Washington, DC area)
• • Health, dental and vision benefits available
• • Retirement savings plan and paid time off
• • Site-provided safety training and PPE; opportunities for paid certifications and skill development
• • Clear advancement paths with hands-on training and supervisory development

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