Pile Driver (Foundations)

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Job Description: The Piledriver is responsible for the installation of footing piles and earth support sheeting systems as directed by the Foreman or Superintendent. The Piledriver works with pile driving rigs that drive metal, concrete or wood piling into the earth during the early stages of construction. Piledrivers work with a variety of hand and portable power tools, and frequently cut, join, and fasten metal construction materials using welding equipment and oxy-acetylene torches. A Day in the Life Direct/Signal equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement, or adjustment of machinery, equipment, or materials. Load, unload, or identify building materials, machinery, or tools, distributing them to the appropriate locations, according to project plans or specifications. Drilling and setting of pile with use of caisson or other type drill rig. Lubricate, clean, or repair machinery, equipment, or tooling as needed. Welding of Connections (safety railing, tiebacks, internal bracing, etc.). Shooting Grades and/or layout of work. Installation of pile with either a diesel hammer and/or a vibratory hammer. Makes small repairs to diesel hammers as needed. Testing of micro pile/tie backs and load frames. Shares knowledge by mentoring junior team members. Assists other craft workers as needed. Keep project superintendent or general superintendent informed of known actions, written or verbal, which may affect the ability to successfully perform tasks at construction project sites or adversely affect company operations. What You’ll Need High school diploma; GED; or equivalent. Basic understanding of piling installation/extraction, micro piles, concrete forming and pouring, and mechanism of driving pile with a fixed mass system or ability to learn. Rigging/Signaling qualification. Knowledge of and ability to assemble and disassemble a crane. Knowledge of a crane’s capabilities/ability to read and understand load chart. Knowledge of and ability to make small repairs to diesel hammers. Ability to follow applicable safety precautions as well as view and understand company's safety training video is required. Working knowledge of hazards and safety precautions common to heavy equipment operations is also required. OSHA 10 and First Aid/CPR Certifications. Ability to communicate orally and in writing with management, crew members, and business associates. Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions. Must have good interpersonal skills. Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency as required by management and/or project requirements. Willingness to share knowledge by mentor junior crew members. At least two years’ deep foundation/drilling experience preferred, but not required. AWS Welding certification preferred, but not required. OSHA 30 preferred, but not required. Other This is a safety-sensitive position. Employment is contingent upon passing a drug and alcohol screening, which may include testing for marijuana, in accordance with Company policy and applicable laws. Must be able to work 8 to 12-hour workdays, Monday through Friday, with occasional weekends. Must be flexible regarding work hours, including evenings and weekends. Must be over the age of 18. Union affiliation or willingness to join the union is required. Must be willing to travel within the Midwest (75%). Overnight travel is required. Physical Demands To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by any employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to perform manual work requiring periods of extensive physical exertion and potential exposure to adverse weather conditions. Ability to climb, kneel, stoop, crouch, balance, squat and tolerate heights without fear due to nature of job typically outside with often uneven and/or muddy ground; Must have the ability to exert heavy physical effort, handling average weight objects up to 75 lbs. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those employees encountered while performing the essential functions of this job. Employee is exposed to environmental conditions, working near machines and loud noises associated with construction sites. Exposed to variable weather conditions including rain, snow, wind, cold and heat. Also exposed to variable terrain. Additional Job Description: This is a union scaled position. The hourly rate may vary depending on geographic location, applicant skills, and prior relevant experience. Benefits offered to Union craft work er s include: 401k, Employee Assistance Program For Union and Prevailing Wage roles , hourly rate and benefits may vary due to Collective Bargaining Agreements and/or local governing authority . Who Are We? Veit is one of the country’s leading specialty contractors, with nearly a century of experience and the best people in the industry. We specialize in foundations, earthwork, utilities, marine services, industrial cleaning, cured‑in‑place pipelining, and waste disposal. We pride ourselves on our relentless pursuit to push the construction industry forward and deliver for our customers. Our modern fleet of iron, diverse expertise, and unmatched determination allow us to successfully tackle some of the largest and most complex projects across every sector while also living out our values every day. Our company culture is one where everyone pitches in to get the job done, regardless of job title or seniority. We do everything we can to maintain an atmosphere where family comes first. We want every one of our employees to look forward to each day at work and make it home safe and happy at the end of the day. Never settle, dig deeper Our Core Values Deliberately Safe We believe all safety incidents are avoidable when everyone operates with a deliberate mindset. We are deliberately proactive and thorough in training and job planning. We are deliberately safe in our everyday operations and decision-making. Build with Intention We build with intention. Whether in the office or the field, we work with grit and determination toward a better future for everyone involved. We leave things better than we found them, and never leave a job until we’re proud to put the Veit name on it. Leaders Dig First Egos have no place at Veit. We expect everyone on our team to dig in with a leadership mentality. That means being willing to jump in, take ownership, and get mud on our boots — especially when times get challenging. Real Relationships Like our work, we approach relationships authentically, with a long-term mindset. Whether you’re a client partner, vendor, or team member, we make an effort to build a more meaningful connection with you by communicating with respect and honesty. Integrity in Everything As part of the Veit family, everything we do and say reflects on this entire company. We act with integrity, which means treating others just as we want to be treated, doing the right thing, and holding ourselves accountable. VEIT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER, INCLUDING VET/DISABILITY