CARPENTER HELPER

Southland Construction, Inc. is a general contractor providing vertical, heavy highway, and utility construction services in Florida since 1977. Southland has employed as many as 205 full time experienced people with a wide variety of talents second to none in the construction industry. We perform services for both public and private clients with jobs ranging from $200,000 to $100 million.

We strongly encourage our foreman candidates to have a full crew to bring on board.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Building wood and metal forms
• Erection and wrecking of all forms
• Setting and tying steel
• Pouring and finishing concrete
• Knowledge of use of hand/power tools
• Interpreting blueprints
Comply with Southland’s Safety Policies and Procedures

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Required Experience

• Prior experience in bridgework required
• Comfortable working at heights and performing physical tasks (climbing, lifting, bending, stooping, kneeling)
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen
• Able to work under physically demanding and variable conditions
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather, including extreme heat and cold
• Flexible schedule and ability to work overtime as needed

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to stand, bend, stoop, and crouch for extended periods throughout an 8 hour workday
• Frequently lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds
• Maintain manual dexterity for operating hand tools and concrete vibrators for long durations
• Navigate and perform tasks on uneven or rough terrain in various outdoor conditions
• Strong hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills required
• Must work entirely outdoors in all weather conditions, including sun, rain, cold, and especially extreme Florida heat
• Maintain visual awareness to safely work around moving equipment and provide effective flagging signals
• Good hearing required to recognize alarms, receive verbal instructions, and communicate effectively on a busy job site

Work Environment

• This is a fully outdoor position with constant exposure to all weather elements
• Regular exposure to loud noise, dust, dirt, grease, and active construction equipment
• Work in close proximity to potentially hazardous materials such as form oil, curing agents, fresh concrete, gasoline, and diesel fuel
• Proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is mandatory at all times

Benefits Offered:

• Medical (100% paid for by Southland for employees and children)
• Dental
• Vision
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Accident
• Critical Illness
• Cancer
• Legal
• PTO
• 401(k) with company match

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role.