Concrete Carpenter

The Concrete Carpenter is responsible for performing a variety of carpentry tasks associated with prepping, pouring, placing, and finishing concrete. Tasks include erecting and setting forms for concrete footings, slabs, walls, columns, vaults, decks, parapets, and site work per specifications and drawings. This may include using a variety of concrete forming systems such as Gates Handset, Jahn-A, or various lumber/plywood forming systems, and proprietary systems such as Symon, Aluma Beam, Alsina/Alisply, EFCO, etc.

Whitaker Holdings is a 100% employee-owned (ESOP) family of companies with over 70 years of experience in heavy civil construction, underground utilities, and telecommunications. Whitaker Holdings encompasses multiple companies, including Whitaker Construction, Das Co of Idaho, Advanced Cable Technology, and Bighorn Traffic Services. Operating across Utah, Idaho, Nevada, Wyoming, Colorado, Oregon, and beyond, our companies are united by four core values — Value Safety, Embrace Ownership, Be Honorable, and Elevate Team — which guide how we work, how we treat each other, and how we deliver quality results on some of the most challenging projects in the region.

• Read and understand blueprints, sketches, or plans for information pertaining to the type of formwork required.
• Prepare layouts using rule and framing square.
• Cut or saw boards, timbers, or plywood to required dimensions using handsaw, power saw, etc.
• Build and/or assemble wood or steel forms for the construction of concrete footings, slabs, walls, columns, vaults, decks, parapets, etc.
• Establish grades and elevations for concrete work.
• Erect scaffolding and ladders for assembling structures above ground level.
• Anchor and brace forms to fixed objects using nails, bolts, anchor rods, steel cables, planks, and timbers.
• Be proficient in the use of finishing tools such as vibrators, hand trowels, bull floats, hand floats, edgers, etc.
• Set and tie rebar as applicable.
• Install metal embeds, bolts, and accessories to be cast into concrete.
• Chip, scrape, and grind high spots, ridges, and rough projections to finish concrete, using power grinders or hand tools to achieve the desired finish.
• Communicate with the Foreman or Project Manager regarding any problems arising, materials required, or any safety hazards identified.
• Perform clean-up in connection with the work.
• Comply with all safety policies, procedures, and standards of safety.
• Assist Construction Laborers with labor duties.
• Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned by supervisors.

• High School Diploma or GED preferred. Any vocational training is strongly desired.
• Those with an education and/or work-related credential from a secondary or post-secondary educational system will be given preferred interview status (Precision Exams, NOCTE, etc.).
• A minimum of 3 years of concrete carpentry experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficient in the use of carpentry tools such as squares, tape measure, hammer, circular saws, drills, hammer drills, etc.
• Ability to understand blueprints, sketches, or building plans to determine dimensions and materials required for form or framing construction.
• Display a willing attitude to learn from others.
• Possess a strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Focus on working safely in close proximity to equipment, co-workers, and surroundings.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to get to and from work.

• Able and willing to work long hours including day, night, and weekend shifts as needed,…