Form Carpenter

Job Description

About this role

Wayne Brothers is hiring a Form Carpenter in Davidson, NC to build and install concrete formwork for footings, slabs, walls, columns, piers, ramps, and steps. The role focuses on blueprint-based layout, precise measuring and cutting, material handling, rebar placement, scaffolding/rigging, and supporting concrete placement. Work is outdoors and at heights, with frequent out-of-town travel. Strong adherence to safety standards and site rules is required.

This is a per diem position.

What you'll do

• Build and erect wood, metal, and plastic forms for footings, slabs, walls, columns, piers, ramps, and steps.
• Read blueprints and shop drawings; measure, cut and assemble materials to specified dimensions and tolerances.
• Place, brace and align forms; insert spreaders, tie rods and fasteners; assist with rebar and reinforcement placement.
• Erect scaffolding and rigging as needed; direct crane operators by proper hand signals when placing large form sections.
• Observe concrete pours to ensure forms hold alignment and stability; assist with placement and remove forms after cure.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and follow building codes, OSHA rules and site safety procedures at all times.

• Experience building and installing concrete formwork for footings, slabs, walls, columns, piers, ramps or steps.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and shop drawings and perform precise measuring and cutting.
• Hands-on experience with rebar, wire fabric, tie rods and other concrete reinforcing methods.
• Comfortable working outdoors, at heights, on noisy multi-activity sites and traveling out of town frequently.
• Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders, bend, kneel and stand for extended periods while using fall protection.
• Strong verbal and written communication; able to follow directions from foremen and coordinate with crew and other trades.

• OSHA 10-hour certification (preferred)
• OSHA 30-hour certification (preferred)
• First Aid / CPR (preferred)
• Valid driver's license (preferred)
• Powder-actuated tool certification (preferred)
• Aerial lift and all-terrain material handler certifications (desirable)
• WB Craft Training / Form Carpenter Technician certifications (preferred)