About the position
Atkinson Construction is seeking skilled Bridge Carpenters to join our team in Irvine, California. As a union contractor, we prioritize hiring through local union halls, ensuring that our workforce is composed of highly trained and experienced craft workers. The Bridge Carpenter classification encompasses various roles, including Apprentice, Journeyman, Foreman, and General Foreman, all of which are essential for the construction of bridges and related structures. The primary responsibilities of a Bridge Carpenter include constructing, repairing, and installing building frameworks and structures made from wood and other materials. This role also involves constructing, erecting, repairing, and dismantling built-in-place or prefabricated forms for concrete structures. Carpenters will be tasked with assembling columns or wall formwork, which may include gang forms, stick builds, and slip forms. Safety is paramount; therefore, erecting temporary handrails and associated safety-related items is also a critical responsibility. The job requires proficiency in various carpentry techniques, including sawing, stripping, nailing, burning, measuring, tightening/loosening bolts, and drilling. In addition to the hands-on carpentry work, the Carpenter Foreman will have supervisory responsibilities, coordinating and scheduling a crew of eight or more carpenters. This leadership role is vital for ensuring that projects are completed efficiently and safely, adhering to the high standards set by Atkinson Construction. If you are interested in joining Atkinson Construction and becoming a union member, please reach out to your local union hall for more information. Atkinson Construction is committed to providing competitive pay and benefits for craft roles, determined by Collective Bargaining Agreements with our Union partners.
Responsibilities
- Construct, repair, and install building frameworks and structures made from wood and other materials.
- Construct, erect, repair, and dismantle built-in-place or prefabricated forms for concrete structures.
- Construct formwork for placement of concrete.
- Assemble columns or wall formwork (gang forms, stick build, slip forms, etc.).
- Erect temporary handrails and associated safety-related items.
- Perform sawing, stripping, nailing, burning, measuring, tightening/loosening bolts, and drilling.
- Supervise, coordinate, and schedule a crew of eight or more carpenters.
Requirements
- Experience as a carpenter, particularly in bridge construction.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
- Strong knowledge of carpentry techniques and safety practices.
- Experience in supervising and coordinating a team of carpenters.
Nice-to-haves
- Certification in carpentry or related field.
- Experience working with unionized labor forces.
- Knowledge of safety regulations and practices in construction.
Benefits
- Competitive pay determined by Collective Bargaining Agreements with Union partners.
