Scaffold Builder Journeyman

JOB STEP

Journeyman

• Typically 3 years and above documented field experience in chosen craft discipline with ability to read and interpret instructions and document, plan and perform work activities independently.

Certified Journeyman

• Requires attainment of NCCER certifications written and/or practical.

Leadman

• Provides leadership, instruction, and guidance to other craft workers in work crew, providing assistance to Foreman, while working in the capacity of a journeyman.

SUMMARY

Builds, 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.

QUALIFICATIONS

May 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 REQUIREMENTS

1.Strength:

a. Standing 60%

Walking 20%

Sitting 20%

b. Lifting 50 lb.

Carrying 40 lb.

Pushing 70 ft-lb.

Pulling 70 ft-lb.