Industrial Scaffold Carpenter Foreman

Industrial Scaffold Carpenter Foreman

JOB STEPForeman -CLICK HERETo Review Additional Foreman Requirements.(Opens in a new window)DIVISIONConstruction, MaintenanceSUMMARYBuilds, positions, and dismantles wooden structures, such as concrete forms, scaffolds, tunnel and sewer supports, and temporary frame shelters, according to sketches, blueprints, or company standards.RESPONSIBILITIES- Examines, selects and gathers materials and tools.
- Examines blue prints and specifications to determine dimensions of structure.
- Inspect base surface for obstructions.
- Loads, transports and unloads material.
- Measures boards, timbers, or plywood, using square, measuring tape, and ruler, and marks cutting lines on materials using pencil and scriber.
- Saws boards and plywood panels to required sizes.
- Uses carpentry hand tools such as hammers, levels, squares, screw drivers, adjustable wrenches, hand and power saws, drill motors and pry bars.
- Assembles scaffold containing handrails, mid rails, braces and planks, toe boards, screening, locking pins and wheels to job specifications.
- Braces forms in place with timbers, tie rods, and anchor bolts for use in building concrete piers, footings, and walls.
- Secures scaffolding to permanent structure by tying.
- Erects scaffolding for buildings and other structures and installs ladders, handrails,
walkways, platforms, and gangways.
- Sets and braces anchor bolts.
- May rig materials.
- Performs minor maintenance or cleaning activities on tolls and equipment.
- Responsible for observing and complying with all safety and project rules. Performs other duties as required.JOB REQUIREMENTS- Work within precise limits or standards of accuracy.
- Make decisions based on measurable criteria.
- Apply basic mathematics and solve problems.
- Plan work and select proper tools.
- Compare and see differences in the size, shape and form of lines, figures and objects.
- Work at heights without fear.QUALIFICATIONSMay require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS1. Strength:
a. Standing 60%
Walking 20%
Sitting 20%

b. Lifting 50 lb.
Carrying 40 lb.
Pushing 70 ft-lb.
Pulling 70 ft-lb.

2. Climbing C
Balancing C

3. Stooping F
Kneeling O
Crouching F
Crawling O
Reaching F
Handling C
Fingering CEXPLANATION OF SYMBOLSNP Not Present
O Occasionally (0-33%)
F Frequently (34-66%)
C Constantly (67-100%)