Formsetters - Newcastle, ON

Position Summary:

Under the direction of the Civil Superintendent, Formsetters are responsible for building, restoring and/or installing of structural formwork from wood or metal forms for the construction of concrete structures.  This position requires knowledge of the heavy construction industry.  Specifically the practices, procedures, techniques, tools and equipment, materials, specifications, quality control and safety associated with this industry.  You must be proficient at the following tasks: building wood and advanced formwork systems and pouring and placing concrete.

Job Description:

• 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 minimal 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:

• 2-3 years of experience working with various types of formwork in heavy civil construction
• Must have word and advanced formwork experience
• Concrete pouring experience and flat concrete finishing experience is an asset
• Shoring experience and skilled working on 7 meter high walls is an asset
• Experience working with circular formwork tanks 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
• Respect diversity - treat others with respect
• Valid WHMIS, Elevated/Aerial Work Platform, Health and Safety Awareness Training for Workers and Working at Heights/Fall Arrest certificates are required