Carpenter- Austin Industrial (El Dorado, KS)

Carpenter- Austin Industrial (El Dorado, KS)

Austin Industrial provides premier self-perform maintenance, construction, and soft craft service to leading industrial companies across the U.S. An industry leader for more than 60 years, we offer single-source solutions to our customers in the oil, gas, chemical, food, agriculture, power, and manufacturing industries.

Civil Carpenter – Austin Industrial

Construct, erect, install, and repair structures and fixtures of wood, plywood, and wallboard, using carpenter's hand tools and power tools. Must have knowledge of structural design, the ability to read blueprints, and simple layouts. Must have knowledge of construction trade, practices, procedures, techniques, tools and equipment and the ability to read and interpret blueprints. Other duties may be assigned.

Responsibilities and Duties

1. Mixing and Pouring: Prepare concrete mixtures according to specified ratios and pour concrete into forms or molds to create structures such as foundations, slabs, walls, and containment areas.
2. Finishing: Smooth and finish surfaces of poured concrete using a variety of hand and power tools, including floats, trowels, and screeds, to achieve the desired texture and appearance.
3. Repair: Perform repairs on damaged concrete structures, including patching cracks, resurfacing, and applying protective coatings to extend the lifespan of the structures.
4. Form Setup: Construct and dismantle forms for concrete structures, ensuring they are properly aligned and secured.
5. Reinforcement Placement: Place and secure rebar and other reinforcing materials within the form according to design specifications to enhance the structural integrity of the concrete.
6. Excavation: Perform excavation tasks to prepare sites for concrete construction, including digging trenches, and leveling.
7. Equipment Operation: Operate heavy machinery and equipment such as excavators and skid steers to assist with excavation and construction tasks.
8. Safety Protocols: Adhere to all safety regulations and protocols, including the use of personal protective equipment such as hard hats, gloves, safety glasses, and steel-toed boots.
9. Hazard Identification: Identify potential hazards in the work environment and take appropriate measures to mitigate risks, ensuring a safe working environment for all personnel.
10. Communication: Maintain clear and effective communication with team members, and supervisors to address any issues or concerns that may arise during the construction process.
11. Attitude: Maintain a positive attitude and a cooperative and productive work environment. Get along well with co-workers and contribute to team efforts.
12. Following Instructions: Follow detailed instructions from supervisors and project managers accurately and efficiently to ensure project specifications and timelines are met.
13. Cross-Functional Tasks: Be prepared to work outside of your primary craft as needed. As a maintenance contractor providing services to a client, you will be involved in various other work details and tasks to support overall project goals.

Qualifications:

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: Minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in concrete construction, preferably within an industrial setting.
• Skills:
• Proficiency in concrete mixing, pouring, and finishing techniques.
• Knowledge of forms and reinforcement practices.
• Experience with epoxy pours is advantageous.
• Strong understanding of safety protocols and regulations.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Good physical stamina and the ability to work in various weather conditions.
• Positive attitude and ability to work well with others.
• Ability to follow instructions accurately and efficiently.
• Experience with excavation and operating heavy equipment.
• Versatility and willingness to perform a variety of tasks as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States. Austin Industrial is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position.

Certifications / License:

• Valid State ID or Driver License

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds and may frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Austin Industrial is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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No Third-Party Inquiries Please

This Company does not accept and will not consider unsolicited resumes or any other unsolicited candidate information submitted to the Company or any of its employee-owners by staffing agencies, search firms, or third-party recruiters in response to a posted vacancy. The Company will not pay any placement fee(s) without a written agreement to do so (i.e., payment must be required pursuant to the terms of a written agreement).

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