Bengal Crane & Rigging | Houston, TX & Surrounding Gulf Coast Areas
Job Type: Full-Time | Hourly
Pay: $28–$30/hour, based on experience and qualifications
Schedule: Project-based schedule; overtime, weekends, and extended hours may be required
Bengal Crane & Rigging is hiring experienced Industrial Carpenters to support civil construction, concrete formwork, foundations, and structural projects at industrial and commercial job sites throughout the Houston area.
This is a hands-on industrial construction position focused primarily on concrete forms, structural foundations, rebar, anchor bolts, embeds, shoring, and related civil work. We are looking for safety-driven craftsmen who can read drawings, complete accurate layouts, and produce quality work without constant supervision.
Bengal has supported industrial, petrochemical, construction, crane, rigging, and heavy-transport projects across the Gulf South for more than 25 years.
Competitive hourly pay based on experience
Weekly pay with direct deposit
Overtime opportunities
Major medical, dental, and vision insurance
Company-paid life insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Short-term and long-term disability options
Paid vacation and holidays
Consistent work with a growing Gulf South contractor
Long-term career and advancement opportunities
Military-friendly employer
Construct, set, brace, inspect, and strip wood and metal concrete forms
Build forms for foundations, columns, walls, equipment pads, piers, and other concrete structures
Measure, cut, assemble, and install formwork according to project drawings and specifications
Read and interpret blueprints, construction drawings, sketches, elevations, and layout information
Establish lines, grades, elevations, dimensions, plumb, level, and square
Install and position anchor bolts, embeds, reinforcing steel, tie rods, braces, and related materials
Construct temporary structures, ramps, walkways, shoring, and supports as required
Assist with concrete placement, screeding, finishing, patching, and repair when needed
Safely operate saws, drills, grinders, levels, measuring equipment, and other hand and power tools
Inspect completed work for accuracy, alignment, strength, and compliance with specifications
Assist with material handling and other civil construction activities when necessary
Maintain tools, equipment, and a clean, organized work area
Follow all Bengal, customer, OSHA, and job-site safety requirements
Participate in safety meetings, job hazard analyses, training, and site orientations
Perform other duties as assigned by project supervision
At least three years of verifiable industrial, heavy-civil, or commercial concrete carpentry experience
Strong concrete formwork and form-setting experience
Ability to read and work from blueprints, drawings, elevations, and specifications
Experience working with rebar, embeds, anchor bolts, foundations, and structural concrete
Ability to accurately measure, calculate, lay out, cut, fit, and assemble materials
Knowledge of proper bracing, shoring, form alignment, and concrete construction methods
Experience safely operating carpenter hand tools and power tools
Reliable transportation to Houston-area job sites
Ability to work overtime, weekends, nights, and extended schedules when required
Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-craft construction team
Strong safety awareness, dependability, and attention to workmanship
Industrial or heavy-civil formwork experience is required. Residential-only finish, cabinet, or trim carpentry experience will not substitute for the required industrial experience.
Four or more years of industrial construction experience
NCCER Industrial Carpenter or related craft certification
OSHA 10 or OSHA 30
Current TWIC card
Current Houston-area safety council credentials
Experience working inside petrochemical plants, refineries, terminals, or other industrial facilities
Experience with concrete finishing, rebar placement, rigging, or additional civil construction crafts
Site-specific credentials may be required before assignment. Candidates must be willing and able to obtain required safety training and access credentials.
Interview and craft evaluation
Employment verification
Drug screening
Background and job-site access screening
Ability to meet customer-specific safety and onboarding requirements
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, push, pull, and reach
Ability to safely climb ladders and work at elevated heights when required
Ability to work outdoors in heat, humidity, rain, cold, dust, noise, and other industrial conditions
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment throughout the shift
Ability to safely work around heavy equipment, cranes, vehicles, concrete operations, and active construction areas
Bengal values discipline, craftsmanship, safety, accountability, and teamwork. Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.
If you are an experienced industrial carpenter who takes pride in accurate layouts, solid formwork, safe execution, and quality craftsmanship, we want to speak with you.
Join Bengal Crane & Rigging and put your experience to work on major industrial projects throughout the Houston and Gulf Coast region.
Bengal Crane & Rigging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable law.
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