Job Description

FTS Houston is seeking a Field Technician with concrete form work experience for a long term contract position.

The Formwork Field Technician will play a key role in the setup, maintenance and troubleshooting of formwork and shoring systems on construction sites. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with formwork installation, specifically with Doka

systems, an understanding of structural concrete, and the ability to read technical drawings and blueprints.

This position requires a proactive individual with strong problem-solving skills especially on bespoke, atypical and complex problems with a particular emphasis and commitment to safety and efficiency.

This includes:

Input to project estimating teams when developing the means, methods and equipment scope.

Assist civil engineers with constructability of proposed designs

On-site training and of formwork systems

Assessment of projects’ formwork handling, maintenance and repair programmes

Develop and enhance formwork installation methodology to improve installation rates and productivity.

Discover and assess innovations that may be beneficial to Bechtel projects

Identify innovative accessories and assist the technical team at Doka in the viability, testing and development of said innovations.

Major Responsibilities:

The Formwork Field Technician will possess competency in the following areas in order to perform his/her role in a safe, productive,

and effective manner. Note that the areas listed are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by co-

workers assigned to this role. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working

conditions associated with this job.

• Designs formwork

• Supports in the team with the production of formwork drawings

• Inspection criteria of installed Formwork

• Ensures a Safe Work Environment

• Participates in Training/Certifications

• Frequent Site Visits to assist, guide and provide technical instruction where needed to Bechtel Supervision and Craft

Professionals/

• Main point of contact for formwork

• Familiarization with industry formwork systems means and methods

Education and Experience Requirements:

Typically requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 5-8 years of relevant experience or 9-12 years of relevant

work experience

Required Knowledge and Skills:

Basic Qualifications:

• Have a working knowledge of structural construction operations, formwork installation and concrete installation.

• Technical knowledge of industry formwork and shoring systems and solutions

• Knowledge of construction technologies.

• Knowledge of supervisory functions relating to field activities.

• ASBI,ACI,SAIA and/or PTI participation/membership

• Extensive knowledge in vertical wall pouring using shutter forms

• Extensive knowledge in installation of embeds with in minimal tolerances

• Background in Post Tensioning duct work and knowledge of Post Tensioning.

• Must be able to coordinate with other disciplines to minimize schedule impact

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