Form Carpenter

About this role

Turner is hiring a Form Carpenter in San Antonio, TX to perform carpentry and finishing work for concrete construction. The role focuses on building and removing formwork, reading plans, supporting concrete placement and finishing, and operating equipment on active construction sites. You will work on structural, tilt-up, and paving concrete (walls, columns, slabs, paving), install embeds and sleeves, assist with rebar tying, and follow project plans and safety procedures to complete assigned tasks.

What you'll do

• Construct and strip formwork for structural, tilt-up, and paving concrete, including job-built forms, systems, reveals, chamfers, and pour stops.
• Read blueprints, sketches and plans to determine dimensions, materials, grades and elevations; establish grades and elevations using a builder's level.
• Install blockouts, sleeves, metal embeds, bolts, keyways and waterproofing provisions; assist with setting and tying rebar as applicable.
• Prepare and place concrete for small pours (mix bagged concrete as needed); use finishing tools to chip, scrape, grind and achieve required concrete finishes.
• Erect scaffolding and ladders, construct chutes and protection systems, and maintain secure work areas.
• Operate and inspect site equipment and tools (forklift, backhoe, skid steer, excavator, compactors, construction hoist) and follow jobsite safety protocols and PPE requirements.

What we're looking for

• Minimum 3 years of concrete and carpentry experience or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Skilled in concrete placing and finishing techniques for walls, columns, slabs and paving.
• Proficient with carpentry and finishing tools (circular saws, squares, tape measures, hammers, vibrators, trowels, floats, straightedges).
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents, shop drawings, blueprints, specifications and scopes of work.
• Able to apply basic arithmetic and geometry for measuring, cutting and setting elevations; measure and convey lengths accurately.
• Able to take direction, work independently with minimal supervision and perform effectively as part of a crew; clear verbal communication and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• 3+ years concrete and carpentry experience (as stated in job qualifications).
• Proficient in operation of forklifts, backhoe, skid steer, excavator, compactors and construction hoists.
• Proficient use of carpentry and concrete finishing tools and related equipment.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job and work safely in outdoor construction environments.
• Clear and professional verbal and written communication skills.

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