Bridge Carpenter

Title

Bridge Carpenter

White Haven, PA

Open to regional travel

$24.00/hr - $30.00/hr (Based on experience)

We are currently seeking a Bridge Carpenter to join our Wagman Heavy Civil, Inc. team. Reporting to direct supervision, the Bridge Carpenter is responsible for carrying out carpentry related duties on bridge demolition and rebuild. This includes, but is not limited to, proficiently executing the building of forms, form systems, pouring concrete, cutting and measuring wood, abutments, overhangs. This position works along with the entire Project Team to plan and support the completion of assigned bridge construction projects and ensures all plans move forward to meet projected deadlines.

This is a safety-sensitive position requiring work on construction sites with various safety hazards inherent in heavy construction. The position is subject to drug testing and compliance policies associated with our status as a Federal Contractor.

• HS Diploma and/or GED. Work experience may replace schooling.
• Minimum of 3 years experience as a Journeyman Bridge Carpenter.
• Experience in bridge construction, form systems, hand and power tools, and all other highway construction scopes.
• Experience with concrete work and ability to run small equipment (helpful, not required).
• Ability to work at heights up to 150 feet and to climb ladders.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong prioritization and organizational skills; detail-oriented.

• Construct built-in-place or prefabricated wooden and/or metal forms according to specifications for molding concrete structures such as piers, footers, retaining walls, abutments, parapets, caps, columns and bridge decks.
• Saw lumber to blueprint dimensions using handsaw or power saw, and nail lumber together to make form panels.
• Lift and handle built-in-place forms and/or assembled forms, erect and install prefabricated forms.
• Insert spreaders and tie rods between opposite faces of form to maintain specified dimensions.
• Anchor and brace forms to fixed objects using nails, bolts, anchor rods, steel cables, and planks.
• Build rough wooden structures such as scaffolds, temporary frame shelters, overhang jacks and safety railings.
• Lift and set rails for finishing machine.
• Pour concrete in forms and decks which requires vibrating, shoveling and raking. Assist concrete finishers.

• Must be able to lift up to 60 pounds from ground level to waist level and 30 pounds to above shoulder level throughout work shift.
• Continuous standing and walking required throughout a scheduled work shift.
• Must be able to climb ladders.
• Must be able to work at heights up to 150 feet.
• Must be able to bend, squat, kneel and crawl.
• Must be able to perform simple grasping and fine manipulation tasks with both hands.
• Must be able to reach, lift and perform work above shoulder height and work on uneven surfaces and in confined spaces.
• Required to have acceptable corrected vision (in both eyes) and acceptable corrected hearing.
• Must be able to work outdoors in wet, muddy, cold, hot and humid weather.

• Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Healthcare and Dependent Care
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Wellness Programs that include Orthopedic Care
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Matching Contribution
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 8 paid holidays
• Paid Time Off

Wagman is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Wagman is proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V.