Position Overview
Rodbusters will use machines, equipment, tools and blowtorches to shape steel rods for use in concrete projects. In this role, you must understand the construction process and how rods reinforce concrete foundation or framing. Rodbusters will order the correct number of rods and mesh for placement, cut the iron into pieces, wrap them in mesh and fasten them to concrete forms.
Responsibilities:
- Study blueprints and diagrams or specifications to determine work requirements.
- Determine quantities, sizes, shapes, and locations of reinforcing rods from blueprints, sketches, or oral instructions.
- Position and secure steel bars, rods, cables, or mesh in concrete forms using fasteners and hand tools.
- Cut rods to required lengths, using metal shears, hacksaws, bar cutters, acetylene torches, etc.
- Place blocks under rebar to hold the bars off the deck when reinforcing floors.
- Cut and fit wire mesh or fabric, using h...