Laborer- Bridge - Glenn O. Hawbaker : Job Details

Job Summary:Perform a variety of manual labor tasks to prepare excavations for concrete structures. Assist carpenters in building, installing, bracing and stripping concrete forms and placing and finishing structure concrete. This hourly, non-exempt position will work with direct supervision.Essential Functions:* Prepare excavations for concrete by placing and compacting backfill materials.* Assist carpenter in building wooden forms.* Set, brace, and strip wood and steel forms.* Place and finish concrete.* Drill holes for and position reinforcing rods.* Ensure safe working environment.* Travel and arrive for starting time to various jobsite locations.* Exercise proper care and maintenance of company equipment.* Frequently work more than 40 hours per week and non-traditional hours including night shift, Saturdays and occasionally Sundays.* Perform additional assignments per supervisor's direction.Knowledge of:* Use, maintenance, and safe operation of hand and power tools to build formwork.* Materials used to construct forms.* Assembly and bracing of modular form systems such as EFCO, SYMONS and PERRI.* Building form components on site to construct structure components including footings, columns, pier caps, deck overhang and parapets.* Setting up and operating mechanized finishing equipment such as GOMACO and BIDWELL.* All methods of pouring concrete including placement by truck, crane & bucket, conveyor and pump.* Layout and placement of reinforcing rods.Ability to:* Learn and follow GOH Company policies and procedures.* Learn to read grades.* Anticipate what is needed next and have it ready.* Work with direct supervision.Qualifications:* Must have own basic set of hand tools.* Must have basic math skills.* Prefer valid driver's license for the state in which you reside with acceptable driving record per company minimum standards for drivers.* Must successfully complete PennDOT Flagger Training Course.Education:* Prefer high school diploma or equivalent.Experience:* Minimum of 3 years experience as a structure concrete laborer or similar experience is preferred.Physical Requirements:* Ability to lift 50 pounds consistently.* Ability to bend, sit, stoop, and stand for long periods of time in the outdoor weather.* Ability to be exposed to concrete dust, curing compound, and form oil on a daily basis.* Ability to work in field environments with exposure to dust, inclement weather conditions, extreme heat, noise, vibrations and a variety of petroleum products.* Ability to work in adverse weather conditions.* Ability to walk and work on uneven terrain.* Ability to climb stairs and ladders.* Ability to work comfortably and safely at heights on all types of structures.* Ability to wear required personal protective equipment.The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to perform the job successfully.