SCAFFOLDER
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Scaffolder Job Description and Duties:

What scaffolding contractor can help You the Homeowner with:
A scaffold builder is responsible for building up and taking down temporary scaffolds. Scaffolds are widely used in a variety of construction activities such as: -Building projects; -Refurbishment projects; -Maintenance projects; Scaffolders are responsible for assembly and dismantling scaffolding structures that allow construction workers to access specific portions of a buildings (outside and inside the premises) to perform work required. Scaffolders have flexible work schedules and can work part or full time. They travel to various building sites and work mostly outdoors. While a Scaffolders daily duties and responsibilities are determined by where they work, there are many core tasks associated with the role which includes: -Secure attachment of scaffolds to building structures; -Maintenance work on the scaffolds that they stay securely attached to the building structures. -Scaffolders set base anchors and install cross braces, adders,and guardrails that allow others to work at various heights. -Scaffold contractors must assemble scaffolds according to safety requirements concerning the erection and disassembly of scaffolds. -Coordinate delivery of materials- scaffold poles, connectors etc. -Safely hoist and lower scaffold materials onto and off of the scaffold during erection and dismantling. -They conduct work in a logical and organized fashion. -Scaffolders often work closely with crane operators to properly rig materials onto platforms using equipment such as slings, cables and hoists. -They assemble scaffolding systems; Scaffolding contractors provide assistance in the assembly of pipe spools and pipe fittings. They often work with welders in this process. Pipe scaffolding is a usual framework used in the construction and renovation of hotels,condominiums,office buildings,schools, and colleges. -Scaffolders complete daily visual inspections and maintenance to guarantee that equipment working properly. Their job is to notify supervisors of any damage,breakdowns, or any other safety issues.Scaffolders must report all injuries or near misses without delay after an accident. -Scaffolding contractors must accurately interpret and apply information from job orders, work orders , blueprints, sketches, drawings,and other documents. They also complete any additional paperwork required. -Scaffolding contractors should have a "safety first" attitude and strong mechanical skills. -Scaffolding experience is essential- skill with the proper techniques for erecting and dismantling scafolding is essential. -Scaffolders perform basic mathematical calculations to determine safe weight loads and interpret blueprints. -Scaffolders perform parts inspection and assessment - the ability to inspect scaffold components and recognize damaged or defective parts is required. -Scaffolding contractors are familiar with crane operations - they must skillfully execute hand signals and man lifts, use forklifts,and company trucks. -Scaffolding specialists are physically fit - they work in extreme weather conditions,stand or walk for long periods of time,and climb,stoop,bend,crouch,and crawl in restricted spaces and on narrow surfaces. -Scaffolding contractors must have a good communication skills – creating and maintaining positive working relationships with coworkers,agencies,clients,and crew members is important to this occupation. -Scaffolders have strong organization skills - successful scaffold constructors are detail oriented and follow instructions to prevent potentia1ly dangerous occurance. -Scaffolding contractors work outdoors and indoors, but mostly outdoors and are comfortable using portable power and hand tools (hammers,ratchets,power drills, battery drivers etc.) -Scaffolding contractors should have a minimum of one year's experience in construction or scaffolding in addition to having a driver's license. Help of reputable local scaffolding contractor is absolutely essential to help You the Homeowner to conduct any work on a roof, decorating, painting and maintenance job on the outside walls or any jobs which require high-level access for any construction workers on a domestic property.