Tradesman

Job Description

As a Tradesman, you'll be following plans to make sure everything meets the requirements. Your job will involve inspecting, repairing, installing, modifying, rebuilding, constructing, and maintaining structures that you're assigned to. To be a Tradesman, you'll need a high school diploma or equivalent. You may also need to complete an apprenticeship or formal training. Typically, you'll report to a supervisor or manager. Once you've gained full proficiency in your area of expertise, you'll work with moderate supervision. You should have 1-3 years of related experience to work as a Tradesman.

Responsibilities

• Take apart or put together scaffolding, bracing, and other temporary structures
• Dig trenches and fill in holes
• Operate equipment and heavy machinery
• Follow instructions from construction project managers and supervisors
• Load and unload building materials
• Get rid of hazardous materials and debris from the work site
• Help trade workers like carpenters or electricians
• Control the work site by setting up barriers, signs, or directing traffic

Requirements

• Stay alcohol and drug-free while on the job
• Have high standards of integrity and professionalism
• Experience with equipment like boom lifts, scissor lifts, and fork lifts
• 1 to 3 years of experience working as a Journeyman in construction
• Follow the rules set by the Foreman, Project Manager, or other supervisors
• Load and unload building materials
• Get rid of waste and hazardous materials from the job site
• Help trade workers, such as carpenters
• Pass drug and background checks
• Have a valid driver’s license and a reliable vehicle for work
• Have the necessary tools and a belt to keep them handy
• Be able to switch job sites and work with different clients
• Provide 2-3 references from you most recent jobs