Structural Carpenter (Heavy Highway)
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Job Location:
Tucson, AZ - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Why Work for KE&G
KE&G Construction Inc. is one of southern Arizonas leading heavy-civil contractors. We offer the opportunity to be part of an employee-owned company where your work directly contributes to building critical infrastructure in our communities. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled carpenter who takes pride in craftsmanship and wants to grow within a high-performing field-driven team.
Position Summary
The Structural Carpenter is responsible for constructing installing and repairing concrete formwork and structural components for bridge drainage and heavy highway projects. This includes work on catch basins scuppers headwalls culverts and other roadway structures. This is a hands-on role requiring precision strong formwork knowledge and a commitment to safety in a fast-paced construction environment.
What Youll Be Doing
- Build set and strip concrete forms for bridges headwalls catch basins scuppers culverts retaining walls and other heavy highway structures
- Interpret blueprints project plans and specifications to ensure accurate layout and construction
- Measure cut and assemble wood and metal formwork for concrete placement
- Install shoring bracing and falsework to support structural components during construction
- Assist with concrete pours including placement consolidation and finishing support
- Ensure all work meets project specifications grade requirements and quality standards
- Inspect completed work to verify structural integrity and compliance
- Maintain tools equipment and materials in safe and working condition
- Work closely with superintendents foremen and crews to meet production goals and schedules
- Follow all KE&G safety policies and procedures with a strong focus on hazard recognition and prevention
What Were Looking For
- Experience in structural or heavy-civil carpentry specifically in bridges drainage structures or roadway construction preferred
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings blueprints and grade stakes
- Strong knowledge of concrete formwork systems layout and heavy highway construction methods
- Skilled in the use of hand and power tools related to carpentry
- Understanding of construction safety practices and OSHA standards
- Strong work ethic and ability to perform in a team-oriented environment
- Dependable detail-oriented and committed to quality workmanship
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
- This position operates at professional construction sites requiring the ability to communicate with verbally others on site in person and over the telephone ability to read printed materials signs and directions stamina to maintain attention despite interruptions ability to lift push pull carry handle or feel objects supplies tools machinery and/or controls weighing up to 50 pounds and reach with hands and arms; climb stairs and/or ladders; balance bend stoop kneel crouch crawl lift overhead traverse around or otherwise position ones self around the required work and safety requirements to navigating and perform activities on various construction sites in a safe manner.
- Will be required to work on project sites and operate vehicles trailers machinery equipment and other tools within local state and federal safety guidelines.
- This position operates in a professional field environment. The position requires working outside frequently for long periods of time in all weather including extreme hot and cold temperatures.
- While working the employee might be exposed to various chemicals vapors pollutants virus or other air-borne pathogens gases uneven surfaces loud noises moving vehicles or machines and dust/debris.
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Become a KE&G Employee-Owner!
- Employee activities include the Excelling Employee Owner Program Employee Choice Awards Family Picnic Boot Bucks Annual Shareholders Meeting plus other exciting events and activities for the whole family!
- Competitive Salaries
- 401(k) plan
- Cost of Living Adjustments (COLA)
- Paid time off
- Employee-Specific Development/Training Plans Designed for you with you!
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Insurance choice of HSA & PPO Plans
- HSA weekly company contribution
- PPO Plans Low premium for employees
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Company paid Life Insurance with AD&D
- Supplemental Life Insurance
- Short Term Disability
- Long Term Disability
- Hospital Indemnity Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex gender identity sexual orientation race color religious creed national origin physical or mental disability protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
