Formsetters - Cambridge, Canada - North America Construction Ltd
Description
NAC is currently seeking Formsetters to join our team, initially based on our Operational Biosolids Storage project in Galt/Waterloo, ON- Location:
- Cambridge, ON
Position Summary:
Under the direction of the Civil Superintendent, the Carpenter/Formsetter is responsible for building, restoring and/or installing of structural formwork from wood or metal forms for the construction of concrete structures.
You must be proficient at the following tasks:
building wood and advanced formwork systems and pouring and placing concrete.
- Build, layout and execute wooden forms and advanced formwork systems as required, according to specifications with the ability to make calculations depending on grades
- Ensure forms are properly designed and on grade to meet construction specifications for the project
- Use of levels and measuring tapes in the use of setting forms to grade with mínimal supervision
- Construct chutes, forms and align form panels for pouring concrete
- Fill form with concrete material, compact with tamper/compactor to required grade
- Observe and comply with all health and safety regulations and ensures any apprentices under your direction comply
- Work with and maintain all tools in a safe manner
- Respect and respond to direction given
- Construct and/or assemble and dismantle scaffolding as needed
- Handle and transport job materials to the work area as needed
- Perform other related duties, including minor duties of other trades where certification is not required and the work does not exceed own limitations
Requirements:
- 35 years of experience working in the construction industry
- Must have advanced formwork experience (Doka or Logo form systems are an asset)
- Experience with walls up to 5 meters
- Experience with shoring at 5 meters high
- Residential basement formwork experience is an asset
- Concrete pouring experience and flat concrete finishing experience is an asset
- Knowledge of safe operation of tools
- Ability to operate required equipment in a safe and responsible manner
- Knowledge of workplace safety and safe lifting and handling procedures
- Hoisting and Rigging experience is an asset
- Valid WHMIS, Health and Safety Awareness Training for Workers and Working at Heights certificates are required.
- Elevated/Aerial Work Platform and Confined Space training is an asset
NAC Offers:
- Competitive compensation
- Opportunities for career growth, development and advancement, including financial assistance
- Comprehensive benefit plan (dental, vision, health, etc.)
- Employee & Family Assistance Program
- Excellent company matched pension plan
- Registered Retirement Savings Plans
- Additional time off between Christmas a
nd New Year's Day - Community involvement opportunities
- Friendly working environment
- Numerous team activities and various company events
If you feel that you need accommodations during the recruitment and selection process because of illness/disability, please contact Human Resources for further information.
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