Who We Are

Northeast Construction is a full-service construction company, capable of handling projects of every size and scope. Our list of services includes roadway construction, railway and bridge construction, sitework and development, and more. Every year, we plan and build hundreds of public and privately funded projects safely, successfully, and with an innovative approach to give our clients the greatest possible value for their investment. Northeast Construction is a subsidiary of Eurovia Atlantic Coast, LLC which includes multiple other subsidiaries including Senate Asphalt, Virginia Paving. Dirigo Materials and Cold River Materials and Northeast Paving.

General Description

A Bridge Carpenter Assistant is an hourly-rated skilled craft position that will assist with performing tasks involving the construction of forms for concrete footings, slabs, walls, columns, bridge decks and bent caps under the direction of the Bridge Carpenter. Previous experience working in road construction is preferred, though training will be provided for the right candidate. Please see key duties below for detailed descriptions of common tasks. This is a great opportunity to learn and grow in the road construction. This is a full-time position with overtime pay for hourly employees. Must be able to work nights and weekends when required.

Job Location

The reporting location is in Hampden, Maine, with expected travel to various job sites throughout Maine.

Key Duties

General - To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each Key Duty satisfactorily assisting the Bridge Carpenter with the duties listed below. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Build job-specific wood forms and assemble commercially available form systems.
• Set and tie steel, as required.
• Pour, grade and finish concrete.
• Shoveling and raking dirt, gravel and asphalt.
• Perform general housekeeping and clean-up of the job site.
• Check and maintain grade stakes and other survey markings.
• Maintain equipment and tools.
• Enter confined spaces, as required.
• Provide flagging and direction to Crane Operators.
• Must be able to walk on rebar. 

Qualification Requirements

• Education and Experience. This position typically is an entry-level job, however previous experience is preferred.
• A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is preferred.
• Driver’s license (preferred)
• Must be able to understand work directions and communicate effectively with job site supervisors and fellow employees.
• Physical Demands. The following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by a Bridge Carpenter to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Constant physical effort, including standing, is required during a regular work shift of at least eight hours per day. Employee must be able to stand for extended periods of time, and to stoop, bend, and crouch as required to perform Key Duties.
• Work is often performed at heights up to 60 feet, requiring the employee to climb ladders, scaffolds and stair towers, often with narrow steps and passageways.
• Frequently work with hands extended overhead, sometimes in conjunction with the operation of hand power tools.
• Ability to lift and carry, on a frequent basis, at least 50-90 pounds personally.
• Manual dexterity to hand-carry generators, lumber and other construction materials, forms, power tools, and hand tools.
• Capable of operating concrete vibrators for extended periods of time.
• Physical dexterity to pour, grade and finish concrete, involving stretching, proper placement of legs, and use of arms and hands in repetitive motions.
• Maintain constant alertness to the multiple concurrent activities of the construction site, including the activities of other employees and contractors, the operation of stationary equipment, and the movement of mobile equipment.
• Frequently walk on uneven surfaces, including natural ground in varying weather conditions.
• Capable of being certified to enter confined spaces, including climbing into and out of excavations up to 15 feet in depth, using ladders or crawling, as required.
• Ability to maintain balance while working on water craft or other surfaces.

• Work Environment. The work environment characteristics described below are representative of those that a Bridge Carpenter encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Work environment periodically exposes the employees to high levels of noise, grease, and dust that is typically associated with a construction project.
• Employee regularly works near heavy equipment and moving machinery.
• Work may involve a variety of substances commonly found on construction sites such as form oil, grease, curing compounds, gasoline, diesel fuel and ready mixed concrete.
  
  
  

Company Benefits

• Medical & Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Voluntary Term Life
• Long Term Disability
• Sick Leave
• Paid Vacation & Holiday Pay
• 401(k) Plan
• Additional Benefits including wellness coaching, etc..

We promote a Drug-Free Workplace.

EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability are encouraged to apply.