Carpenter Helpers for Concrete Construction - Nashville, TN

Are you looking for an opportunity to move your career forward with an established industry leader? Join our team at Ceco Concrete Construction! Founded in 1912, Ceco has more than 100 years of experience serving the commercial construction industry as a client-centric, single source solution for concrete structures.

Culture

We are a team of engineers, managers, and builders who are down to earth and stand behind our word. We value respect and honesty, finding a better way, dirty boots, and a job well done. We trust our people to persevere and do their best for one another and for our clients. In return, we will make their time with us worthwhile. Most importantly, our people count on and believe in one another and know our success depends on our frontline workers building great projects that reflect our values and vision. 

Role Overview

The Carpenter Helper is an entry-level position that supports the construction of concrete formwork and structural elements under the supervision of experienced carpenters and foremen. The apprentice assists with measuring, cutting, assembling, and installing formwork and reinforcing systems for concrete structures. This role offers hands-on training in the concrete construction trade and the opportunity to grow into a skilled journeyman carpenter.

Primary Responsibilities

• Responsibly perform the duties of the craft and provide their own personal hand tools as described in the Local Union Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Operate hand and motorized equipment including power tools, saws, drills, hammers, and air-nailers.
• Construct concrete forms including foundations, shoring and decking operations, walls & columns, and other structural elements as the project requires.
• Install re-shores properly per instructions.
• Read a tape measure in feet and inches, and perform basic math functions.
• Working during inclement weather, could be exposed to extreme cold and heat, noise and dust from construction operations depending upon project site.

Minimum Qualifications

• Work requires alert individuals with good balance and physical strength.
• Must be able to frequently lift, carry, push and pull up to 50 pounds of material and up to 90 pounds of material with assistance, if requested.
• Must be able to frequently walk, bend, kneel, reach and climb.
• Must be able to speak and understand instructions and directives in English.
• Preference given to candidates with a minimum of two years of formwork / concrete construction work experience at meets or exceeds performance expectations.
• Certification in crane signaling and rigging.

• Inclusive Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, and Illness insurance
• Company paid AD&D and Life insurance
• Health Savings Account contribution of up to $1,000 per year
• 401(k) retirement savings program with a company match
• Employee Assistance Program including discounts with major vendors & products
• Mental and physical wellness programs
• Career advancement opportunities with a stable well-established organization

*Applications submitted without a resume will not be considered