Job Title: Concrete Carpenter: Level 1 Location: Logansport / Lafayette, Indiana Position Type: Full Time / Year-Round Wage: Up to $24/hr Job Summary: We are seeking hardworking and reliable individuals to join our Team. The ideal candidate will assist Skilled Tradespeople and perform a variety of physical tasks on our construction sites. These tasks include construction site preparation, material handling, housekeeping and general labor duties. Proficiencies: Level 1 Construction Workers must be proficient in the items below. • If you do not currently hold a certification in these areas, SCI will provide the training and certification. • OSHA-10 Certification • CPR / FA Certification • MEWP (Mobile Elevated Work Platform) Certification Key Responsibilities: • Knowledge of SCI housekeeping standards to clean and prepare construction sites by removing debris and potential hazards. • Loading and unloading construction materials and equipment. • Ability to read a tape measure and recite or mark accurate dimensions when assisting with basic layout or other construction tasks. • Knowledge and ability to safely operate and maintain basic hand and power tools, as well as other basic construction equipment. • Hand tools – basic personal hand tools per tool requirement list as well as basic hand tools provided by SCI (shovels, sledgehammers, etc.) • Power tools – basic power tools including saws, drills, screw guns, concrete vibrators, etc. • Equipment – basic power equipment including generators, compactors, compressors, air hammers, etc. • Assist with set-up and tear-down of barricades and temporary structures. • Follow blueprints, drawings and instructions from Supervisors. • Support carpenters, steel erectors, concrete formers/finishers and other tradespeople as required. • Perform construction tasks and other duties as assigned. • Maintain a clean and safe job site by following OSHA, SCI and client specific safety regulations and policies. • Ability to read and understand signage, safety notices, SDS, product warnings and directions, etc. • Able to choose and use proper PPE Position Requirements • High school diploma or equivalent preferred • Valid driver’s license • Reliable transportation • Ability to travel to jobsite, up to one hour • Punctuality • Strong work ethic and attention to detail • Ability to work in a physically demanding environment including various weather conditions • Familiarity with power tools and machinery is a plus Physical Requirements: • Ability to stand, squat, climb, bend, kneel, stoop, walk, push, pull, crouch and crawl for long periods of time • Ability to climb ladders and scaffolding • Work at heights (in lifts and on roofs) • Don and wear a harness and lanyard • Work while stooping over • Work on hands and knees • Stand for extended periods • Walk for extended periods • Have dexterity to operate hand and power tools and handle materials • Work with arms overhead • Ability to wear a respirator (to be fit tested by employer) • Ability to lift 50+ pounds on a regular basis Working Conditions: • Indoor / outdoor construction environments • Exposure to loud noise, high elevations, extreme temperatures, and hazardous materials • May involve heights, confined spaces and heavy equipment • SCI and client specific PPE (personal protective equipment) required
See More Details >>Job Title: Concrete Carpenter: Level 3 Location: Logansport / Lafayette, Indiana Position Type: Full-Time / Year-Round Wage: Up to $32/hr Job Summary: We are seeking dependable and experienced Concrete Carpenters to join our Team to support onsite construction. This role requires hands-on experience in all phases of concrete work, including formwork, placement, and repair. This position is essential to the construction of foundations, slabs, sidewalks, walls and structural components of commercial and industrial projects. Proficiencies: Level 3 Concrete Carpenter must be proficient in the items below. • Level 1 and Level 2 Concrete Carpenter Proficiencies • Striking Off • Floating and Hand Finishing • Edging • Bull Floating • Brooming • Power Trowel • Control Joints • Knowledge of Concrete Slump (Water Content) • Laser and Transit Key Responsibilities: • Read and interpret construction drawings, blueprints and project specifications. • Set, align and secure concrete forms for foundations, footings, slabs, walls and curbs. • Place, spread and level concrete using tools such as rakes, shovels, floats, screeds and trowels. • Cut joints and edges • Repair and resurface existing concrete as needed • Operate concrete saws, mixers, and vibrators • Monitor effects of weather conditions on the curing of concrete and take protective measures as needed. • Perform construction tasks and other duties as assigned. • Maintain a clean and safe job site by following OSHA, SCI and client specific safety regulations and policies. • Ability to read and understand signage, safety notices, SDS, product warnings and directions, etc. • Able to choose and use proper PPE Position Requirements: • High school diploma or equivalent preferred • Valid driver’s license • Reliable transportation • Ability to travel to jobsite, up to one hour • Punctuality • Strong work ethic and attention to detail • Ability to work in a physically demanding environment, including various weather conditions • Familiarity with power tools and machinery is a plus Physical Requirements: • Ability to stand, squat, climb, bend, kneel, stoop, walk, push, pull, crouch and crawl for long periods of time • Ability to climb ladders and scaffolding • Work at heights (in lifts and on roofs) • Don and wear a harness and lanyard • Work while stooping over • Work on hands and knees • Stand for extended periods • Walk for extended periods • Have dexterity to operate hand and power tools and handle materials • Work with arms overhead • Ability to wear a respirator (to be fit tested by employer) • Ability to lift 50+ pounds on a regular basis Working Conditions: • Indoor / outdoor construction environments • Exposure to loud noise, high elevations, extreme temperatures, and hazardous materials • May involve heights, confined spaces and heavy equipment • SCI and client specific PPE (personal protective equipment) required
See More Details >>Salary: Up to $28/hr Job Title: Concrete Carpenter: Level 2 Location: Logansport / Lafayette, Indiana Position Type: Full-Time / Year-Round Wage: Up to $28/hr Job Summary: We are seeking dependable and experienced Concrete Carpenters to join our Team to support onsite construction. This role requires strong knowledge of concrete forming, pouring and repair processes for a variety of commercial and industrial projects. Proficiencies: Level 2 Concrete Carpenter must be proficient in the items below. • Level 1 Concrete Carpenter Proficiencies • Symons Steel-Ply Form systems • Flatwork Form systems • Vibrating concrete • Gang Forming • Wooden Forms • Sidewalk Forms • Rebar • Basic Print Reading • Basic Construction Math • Telehandler Certification Key Responsibilities: • Read and interpret blueprints, plans and drawings to determine specifications and calculate materials required. • Perform shovel and grade work. • Set forms and ensure proper alignment, depth and pitch according to project specifications. • Mix, pour, spread, level and smooth concrete using hand tools such as trowels, floats and screeds. • Operate power equipment, including, concrete saws, mixers, and vibrators. • Monitor effects of weather conditions on the curing of concrete and take protective measures as needed. • Install rebar, mesh and other reinforcements as necessary. • Repair and resurface damaged concrete surfaces. • Patch and rub concrete walls/surfaces. • Post pour clean-up / form cleaning. • Perform construction tasks and other duties as assigned. • Maintain a clean and safe job site by following OSHA, SCI and client specific safety regulations and policies. • Ability to read and understand signage, safety notices, SDS, product warnings and directions, etc. • Able to choose and use proper PPE Position Requirements: • High school diploma or equivalent preferred • Valid drivers license • Reliable transportation • Ability to travel to jobsite, up to one hour • Punctuality • Strong work ethic and attention to detail • Ability to work in a physically demanding environment, including various weather conditions • Familiarity with power tools and machinery is a plus Physical Requirements: • Ability to stand, squat, climb, bend, kneel, stoop, walk, push, pull, crouch and crawl for long periods of time • Ability to climb ladders and scaffolding • Work at heights (in lifts and on roofs) • Don and wear a harness and lanyard • Work while stooping over • Work on hands and knees • Stand for extended periods • Walk for extended periods • Have dexterity to operate hand and power tools and handle materials • Work with arms overhead • Ability to wear a respirator (to be fit tested by employer) • Ability to lift 50+ pounds on a regular basis Working Conditions: • Indoor / outdoor construction environments • Exposure to loud noise, high elevations, extreme temperatures, and hazardous materials • May involve heights, confined spaces and heavy equipment • SCI and client specific PPE (personal protective equipment) required
See More Details >>Becoming a carpenter typically starts with an apprenticeship, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 352,779 carpenters nationwide, with a projected 8% job growth from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices in Logansport, IN, earn an average of $600 per week, with an annual overtime average of $4,800. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring carpenters find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $83,000 annually for experienced professionals.
