Rodbuster

SUMMARY Positions and secures steel bars in concrete forms to reinforce concrete.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Determines number, size, shape and locations of reinforcing rods from blueprints, sketches or oral instructions
• Positions and secures steel bars in concrete forms to reinforce concrete
• Selects and places rod in forms; spacing and fastening them together using wire and pliers
• Cuts bars to required lengths, using hacksaw, bar cutters or acetylene torch
• Bend steel rods with hand tools or rod bending machine
• Reinforces concrete with wire mesh
• May reinforce concrete with wire mesh. May weld reinforcing bar together, using arc-welding equipment.
• Insures that all reinforcing material is in its proper position, so it receives its intended structural load
• Loads, transports, unloads material, tools , equipment and supplies
• May assist in lifting, positioning and securing of material and work pieces during installation
• May perform minor maintenance or cleaning activities of tools and equipment
• Responsible for observing and complying with all safety and project rules.

Performs other duties as required.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Work within precise limits or standards of accuracy
• Compare and see differences 'in the size, shape and forms of lines, figures and object
• Look at blueprints, drawings or pictures and understand how they would look as solid objects with height, width or depth
• Apply basic mathematical skills
• Follow oral and written directions.

QUALIFICATIONS

May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

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Strength:

a. Standing 70% Walking 20% Sitting 10% b. Lifting 40 lb. Carrying 40 lb. Pushing 80 ft-lb. Pulling 80 ft-lb. 2. Climbing F Balancing F 3. Stooping F Kneeling O Crouching F Crawling F Reaching F Handling C Fingering

O EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLSNP

Not PresentO Occasionally (0-33%)F Frequently (34-66%)C Constantly (67-100%) Brown & Root Industrial Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

BENEFITS

Brown and Root offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which include a 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, and flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.