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Concrete Form Carpenter

Pay: $20.00–$25.00 per hour, depending on experience
Position Type: Full-Time
Work Environment: Construction Sites / Outdoor Work
Classification: Safety-Sensitive Position

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced and dependable Concrete Form Carpenter to build, install, brace, and remove concrete forms for commercial and industrial concrete pours.

This is a hands-on construction position for someone who understands basic carpentry, measurements, elevations, and the importance of building strong, accurate forms. The ideal candidate can read a tape measure, work from layouts or instructions, and produce quality work while maintaining a safe and organized jobsite.

Pay will range from $20.00 to $25.00 per hour, depending on the candidate’s concrete formwork experience, carpentry skills, and overall qualifications.

Primary Responsibilities

• Build wood or metal forms for concrete footings, walls, slabs, columns, curbs, and other structures

• Measure, cut, assemble, and install formwork according to project specifications

• Use lumber, plywood, stakes, braces, ties, and other materials to construct secure forms

• Set forms to the correct dimensions, elevations, and alignment

• Square, level, plumb, and properly brace forms before concrete is poured

• Install block-outs, bulkheads, embeds, and other form components as directed

• Assist with placing and securing reinforcing materials when needed

• Inspect forms before concrete pours to ensure they are stable and properly constructed

• Make adjustments during concrete pours when instructed by the supervisor

• Strip and remove forms after the concrete has properly set

• Clean, organize, and prepare form materials for reuse

• Safely operate hand tools and power tools

• Maintain a clean and hazard-free work area

• Follow all company, client, and OSHA safety procedures

• Perform additional construction-related duties as assigned

Required Experience and Qualifications

• Previous experience with concrete formwork, rough carpentry, or commercial construction

• Ability to accurately read a tape measure

• Ability to use a speed square, chalk line, level, hammer, and other basic carpentry tools

• Understanding of basic construction measurements and layout

• Ability to build straight, square, level, and properly braced forms

• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

• Strong attention to detail and jobsite safety

• Dependable transportation to assigned jobsites

• Ability to work outdoors in changing weather conditions

• Ability to work effectively as part of a construction crew

Required Tools and PPE

Candidates must have and bring their own basic carpentry tools, including:

• Tool belt

• Speed square

• Hammers

• Chalk lines

• Tape measure

• Utility knife

• Pencils or construction markers

• Additional basic hand tools commonly used for concrete formwork

Candidates must also have full jobsite PPE, including:

• Hard hat

• Safety glasses

• High-visibility vest or shirt

• Work gloves

• Steel-toe or safety-toe work boots

• Hearing protection when required

Physical Requirements

Candidates must be able to:

• Regularly lift, carry, push, and pull construction materials

• Lift up to approximately 50 pounds without assistance

• Stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, squat, and reach throughout the workday

• Work on uneven ground and active construction sites

• Work outdoors in heat, cold, wind, and other changing weather conditions

• Safely perform physically demanding work for the duration of the shift

Drug Screening and Background Requirements

This is a safety-sensitive position. All selected candidates must successfully complete a 12-panel drug screen with negative results before beginning work.

This opportunity is felon-friendly, and qualified applicants with prior criminal histories may be considered on a case-by-case basis. However:

• Candidates with active or pending criminal charges will not be eligible

• Registered sex offenders or candidates with disqualifying sexual offenses will not be eligible

• All background information will be reviewed in accordance with applicable laws and client requirements

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is an experienced concrete form carpenter who takes pride in building accurate, secure forms and understands that quality formwork directly affects the finished concrete. Candidates should be dependable, safety-conscious, comfortable working outdoors, and prepared to arrive at the jobsite with the required tools and PPE.