Structural Carpenter (Heavy Highway)

KE&G Construction • Full-time • Tucson, AZ, US • 2m ago

Why Work for KE&G?

KE&G Construction Inc. is one of southern Arizona’s leading heavy-civil contractors. We offer the opportunity to be part of an employee-owned company where your work directly contributes to building critical infrastructure in our communities. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled carpenter who takes pride in craftsmanship and wants to grow within a high-performing, field-driven team.

Position Summary

The Structural Carpenter is responsible for constructing, installing, and repairing concrete formwork and structural components for bridge, drainage, and heavy highway projects. This includes work on catch basins, scuppers, headwalls, culverts, and other roadway structures. This is a hands-on role requiring precision, strong formwork knowledge, and a commitment to safety in a fast-paced construction environment.

What You’ll Be Doing

Build, set, and strip concrete forms for bridges, headwalls, catch basins, scuppers, culverts, retaining walls, and other heavy highway structures
Interpret blueprints, project plans, and specifications to ensure accurate layout and construction
Measure, cut, and assemble wood and metal formwork for concrete placement
Install shoring, bracing, and falsework to support structural components during construction
Assist with concrete pours, including placement, consolidation, and finishing support
Ensure all work meets project specifications, grade requirements, and quality standards
Inspect completed work to verify structural integrity and compliance
Maintain tools, equipment, and materials in safe and working condition
Work closely with superintendents, foremen, and crews to meet production goals and schedules
Follow all KE&G safety policies and procedures with a strong focus on hazard recognition and prevention

What We’re Looking For

Experience in structural or heavy-civil carpentry, specifically in bridges, drainage structures, or roadway construction preferred
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, blueprints, and grade stakes
Strong knowledge of concrete formwork systems, layout, and heavy highway construction methods
Skilled in the use of hand and power tools related to carpentry
Understanding of construction safety practices and OSHA standards
Strong work ethic and ability to perform in a team-oriented environment
Dependable, detail-oriented, and committed to quality workmanship

All other duties assigned. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position operates at professional construction sites, requiring the ability to communicate with verbally others on site, in person and over the telephone, ability to read printed materials, signs and directions, stamina to maintain attention despite interruptions, ability to lift, push, pull, carry, handle or feel objects, supplies, tools, machinery and/or controls weighing up to 50 pounds and reach with hands and arms; climb stairs and/or ladders; balance, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, lift overhead, traverse around or otherwise position one's self around the required work and safety requirements to navigating and perform activities on various construction sites in a safe manner
Will be required to work on project sites and operate vehicles, trailers, machinery, equipment and other tools within local, state and federal safety guidelines
This position operates in a professional field environment. The position requires working outside, frequently for long periods of time in all weather, including extreme hot and cold temperatures
While working, the employee might be exposed to various chemicals, vapors, pollutants, virus or other air-borne pathogens, gases, uneven surfaces, loud noises, moving vehicles or machines and dust/debris

BENEFITS:

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – Become a KE&G Employee-Owner!
Employee activities include the Excelling Employee Owner Program, Employee Choice Awards, Family Picnic, Boot Bucks, Annual Shareholders Meeting, plus other exciting events and activities for the whole family!
Competitive Salaries
401(k) plan
Cost of Living Adjustments (COLA)
Paid time off
Employee-Specific Development/Training Plans – Designed for you, with you!
Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Insurance – choice of HSA & PPO Plans
HSA – weekly company contribution
PPO Plans – Low premium for employees
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Account
Company paid Life Insurance with AD&D
Supplemental Life Insurance
Short Term Disability
Long Term Disability
Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness & Accident Insurance

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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