What are the responsibilities and job description for the CONCRETE FORMSETTER position at Knife River - South?
Good Pay! Good Benefits! Good People! Knife River is a PEOPLE-first company. Our team members are key to our success, and we are committed to giving them the tools, training, and time to do their jobs productively and go home safely each day. Please consider joining our growing team today!
At Knife River, we take care of our team because we know it's our people who make us successful. We are one of the 10 largest construction materials producers/contractors in the Country. Our goal is to build strong teams that, in turn, build strong communities. We are also a publicly traded company on the NYSE with the ticker symbol KNF and part of the S&P MidCap 400 index.
ROLE OVERVIEW: (summary of components that make up the job)
The form setter constructs built-in-place or prefabricated wooden and/or metal forms for the construction of concrete sidewalks,
curbs and gutters and other concrete structures.
DUTIES AND/OR RESPONSIBILITIES (summary of components that make up the job)
- Build and lay out forms as required according to specifications with the ability to make calculations depending on grades.
- Saw slumber to blueprint dimensions, using handsaw or power saw, and nails lumber together to make panels.
- Erect built-in-place forms or assembles and installs prefabricated forms on construction site according to blueprint specifications, using hand tools, plumb rule, and level.
- Insert spreaders and tie rods between opposite faces of form to maintain specified dimensions.
- Anchor and brace forms to fixed objects, using nails, anchor rods, steel cables, planks, and timbers.
- Clean work site of any tools, debris, and equipment.
- Timely and regular attendance is essential.
- Performs other duties as assigned
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (minimum educational, experience, or other relevant job requirements)
1. A valid Driver's License is preferred.
2. Must have basic carpentry skills. Previous construction industry experience preferred.
3. Must be able to read construction plans.
4. Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and physical.
VETERANS:
At Knife River, we are committed to helping our military transition to civilian life. We are constantly looking to add veterans to our workforce and want to make the transition as smooth as possible. There are many jobs within the military that are transferrable to our Form Setter position. Veterans are encouraged to apply.
BENEFITS:
- Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
- Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Profit Sharing
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Sick Time
- 8 Paid Holidays
- Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
- Short-term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- Years of Service Recognition
- Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees, Spouses, and Dependents
- Critical Illness Plan
- Accident Coverage Plan
- Hospital Indemnity
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal laws.
Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.
All applications are submitted online. If you are having issues completing the application, please come to the office for assistance.
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Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal law. Applicants of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.