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Form Carpenter Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

Carpenter (Form)

Richmond, VA

$21.25 - $25.75/hr

Legally Eligible to Work in the US Primary function of a Form Carpenter: Build and set forms to pour concrete. Typical Duties include but are not limited to: * Select specified type of lumber or ...

Carpenter (Form)

Richmond, VA · On-site

$21.25 - $25.75/hr

Legally Eligible to Work in the US Primary function of a Form Carpenter: Build and set forms to pour concrete. Typical Duties include but are not limited to: * Select specified type of lumber or ...

Bridge Form Carpenter

Marion, VA · On-site

$24 - $33/hr

The CATON CONSTRUCTION GROUP, miembro de The Caton Companies, está buscando un carpintero de puentes para unirse a nuestro equipo de proyecto. Tenemos varios proyectos disponibles en todo Virginia.

IF you are a Concrete Form Carpenter and want to work alongside other proven craftsmen who emphasize safety, productivity and superior craftsmanship, this is your chance to advance your career! Job ...

Carpenter

Danville, VA · On-site

$25 - $27/hr

IF you are a Concrete Form Carpenter and want to work alongside other proven craftsmen who emphasize safety, productivity and superior craftsmanship, this is your chance to advance your career! Job ...

IF you are a Concrete Form Carpenter and want to work alongside other proven craftsmen who emphasize safety, productivity and superior craftsmanship, this is your chance to advance your career! Job ...

Carpenter

Danville, VA · On-site

$25 - $27/hr

IF you are a Concrete Form Carpenter and want to work alongside other proven craftsmen who emphasize safety, productivity and superior craftsmanship, this is your chance to advance your career! Job ...

Assemble concrete form systems at the direction of the Carpenter Foreman and/or Superintendent. * Installation of formwork ties, turnbuckle, wedge bolts, walers, and form support system. * Build ...

Assemble concrete form systems at the direction of the Carpenter Foreman and/or Superintendent. * Installation of formwork ties, turnbuckle, wedge bolts, walers, and form support system. * Build ...

Carpenter Foreman

Suffolk, VA

$24.25 - $30.50/hr

Experience as a form carpenter * Knowledge of construction procedures and equipment * Ability to communicate and report effectively * Ability to work from heights * Understand blueprint drawings and ...

Carpenter Foreman

Suffolk, VA

$26.25 - $32.75/hr

Experience as a form carpenter * Knowledge of construction procedures and equipment * Ability to communicate and report effectively * Ability to work from heights * Understand blueprint drawings and ...

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How much do form carpenter jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for form carpenter in Virginia is $22.82, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.48 and $24.81 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some typical challenges a Form Carpenter might face on a construction site, and how can they be addressed?

Form Carpenters often encounter challenges such as working under tight deadlines, adapting to unexpected site conditions, and ensuring precise measurements for concrete forms. To address these, strong communication with site managers and other trades is essential, as is meticulous planning and organization before starting a task. Staying updated on safety protocols and using high-quality materials and tools can also help prevent delays and rework, making the job smoother and more efficient.

What is the difference between Form Carpenter vs Framing Carpenter?

AspectForm CarpenterFraming Carpenter
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; apprenticeship programsHigh school diploma or equivalent; apprenticeship programs
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, primarily indoors for concrete formsConstruction sites, mainly outdoors for framing structures
Job FocusBuilding and installing formwork for concreteConstructing the skeletal framework of buildings
Tools & MaterialsForm panels, nails, levels, sawsLumber, nails, hammers, saws

While both form carpenters and framing carpenters work on construction sites and require similar skills and certifications, form carpenters specialize in creating molds for concrete, whereas framing carpenters focus on building the structural framework of buildings. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job role in the construction industry.

What are form carpenters?

Form carpenters are skilled tradespeople who construct the molds or forms used to shape concrete for building foundations, walls, columns, and other structural elements. They measure, cut, and assemble wood, metal, or plastic forms according to precise specifications. Their work is essential in the construction process, ensuring that poured concrete sets correctly and maintains the desired shape and strength.

What Is a Form Carpenter?

Form carpenters, also called rough carpenters, build molds that contain wet concrete that hardens into forms according to a plan. They also construct and disassemble form work of metal and wood fixtures. As a form carpenter, you consult drawings, measure, and cut wood to shape the molds and position them so that the concrete can dry after pouring. Concrete form carpenters can build structures for a residential home, work in commercial buildings, and take part in highway construction. With enough experience, you can take part in industrial projects like building bridges. Your job duties entail learning how to use hand and power tools to get the work done as quickly and safely as possible.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Form Carpenter, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Form Carpenter, you need strong abilities in reading blueprints, measuring accurately, and constructing formwork, often supported by a high school diploma and relevant carpentry experience or apprenticeship. Familiarity with power tools, hand tools, and construction site safety protocols—sometimes including OSHA certification—is typically required. Attention to detail, teamwork, and problem-solving are vital soft skills for quality work and efficient collaboration on construction sites. These skills ensure precise, safe, and timely completion of concrete structures that meet project specifications.
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Carpenter (Form)

$21.25 - $25.75/hr

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Job description

Since 1947, Crowder has built a legacy of success in the construction industry. We work throughout the Southeast on heavy construction infrastructure projects ranging from bridges, dams, water and wastewater treatment facilities, power plants and other energy facilities. We are a general contractor who self performs civil, electrical and mechanical trades on both traditional and more complex alternative delivery projects. 

As a family and employee-owned company, it is the spirit of not only doing the right things, but doing things the right way that is the true legacy of our founders and our people.  Crowder is Building America and Proud of It as reflected in our Mission Statement: 

We are dedicated to superior performance and committed to making a positive difference for our clients, for our communities, and in the lives of our employees.  

If you are looking for a career, not just a job, with a company committed to your future, apply today.

CROWDER IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE)
All Qualified Minorities, Females, Individuals with Disabilities and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Crowder is a Drug Free Workplace and E-Verify Employer

REQUIREMENTS:  ALL Applicants must be:

  • 18 years of Age
  • Able to Pass a Drug Test
  • Legally Eligible to Work in the US

Primary function of a Form Carpenter:  Build and set forms to pour concrete.

Typical Duties include but are not limited to:

  • Select specified type of lumber or other materials.
  • Prepare layout, using a rule or measuring tape and framing square.
  • Mark cutting and assembly lines on materials, using a pencil, chalk, and marking gauge.
  • Shape materials to prescribed measurements, using saws, chisels, and planes.
  • Assemble cut and shaped materials and fasten them together with nails, dowel pins, or glue.
  • Construct forms and chutes for pouring concrete.
  • Erect scaffolding and ladders for assembling structures above the ground level.
  • Saw lumber to blueprint dimensions, using a handsaw or power saw, and nail lumber together to make form panels.
  • Erect built-in-place forms or assemble and install prefabricated forms.
  • Anchor and brace forms to fixed objects, using nails, bolts, anchor rods, and steel cables.
  • Some assembly of forms may be required by bolt up connections.
  • Layout and install embeds in concrete form-work.
  • Proficient in rigging and flagging cranes.
  • Must be safety minded and adhere to all safety policies.
  • Complete all additional duties as directed by supervisor.
     

Skills, Knowledge, Qualifications & Experience:

  • Must have a minimum 3 years experience in heavy construction, specifically with knowledge of Symons and gang form systems. 
  • Work within precise standards of accuracy
  • Must have basic carpenter tools
  • Rate information using standards, which can be measured or checked
  • Compare and see differences in the size, shape, and forms of lines, figures, and objects
  • Must follow policies and procedures and support Crowder's goals and values

Benefits:

Crowder's Mission Statement is to "make a positive difference in the lives of our employees." Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to achieve that goal through access to the following competitive benefits:

  • Health Plans, including Medical, Dental and Vision
  • Tax-Advantaged Spending Accounts (HSA and FSA)
  • Wellness Program with Incentives
  • 401k Savings Plan
  • Life/AD&D and Disability Insurance
  • Company Paid Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
  • Crowder YOUniversity Career-Based Training
  • Educational Assistance

Benefits may vary based on position and length of employment.

 



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La funcion principal de un Carpintero de Forma: Construir y establecer formas para colar el cemento.

Funciones tipicas incluyen pero no se limitan a:

  • Seleccionar el tipo especifico de madera y otros materiales.
  • Preparar el diseno, utilizando una regla o una cinta metrica y enmarcando cuadrado.
  • Cortar y montar materiales, usando un lapiz, tiza, y gramil.
  • Formar materiales a las medidas prescritas, usando sierras, cincel, y nivel.
  • Cortar y montar materiales y fijarlos juntos con clavos, clavijas, o pegamento.
  • Construir formas y rampas para colar el cemento.
  • Montar andamios y escaleras para ensamblar las estructuras por encima del nivel del suelo.
  • Hacer paneles de formas con sierra de madera para el nivel, con serrucho o moto sierra, y la madera de unas juntos.
  • Establecer formas incorporadas y montaje de instalacion con formas prefabricadas.
  • Anclar y reforzar las formas a objetos fijos, utilizando clavos, tornillos, varillas de anclaje, y cables de acero.
  • Algunas de las formas de montaje requieren conexiones de atornillado.
  • Disposicion e instalaciones enclavadas en trabajos de formas de concreto.
  • Competente en el aparejo y gruas decaidas.
  • Debe de tener en cuenta la seguridad y adherirse a todas los procedimientos de seguridad.
  • Cumplir con todos los deberes adicionales dirigidos por el Supervisor.
     

Habilidades, Conocimientos, Cualificaciones & Experiencia:

  • Debe tener minimo de 3 anos de experiencia en la construccion pesada, especificamente con conocimiento de sistemas de forma Symons y de banda.
  • Trabajar dentro de las normas precisas de precision
  • Debe tener herramientas basicas de carpinteria
  • Informacion de proporcion utilizando estandares, que se pueden medir o verificar
  • Comparar y ver las diferencias de tamano, forma, y formas de las lineas, cifras, y objetos
  • Debe seguir las polizas y procedimientos, y tambien apoyar los objetivos y valores de Crowder 

Beneficios:

En el corazon del estado de la mision de Crowder esta el compromiso "de hacer una diferencia positiva en la vida de nuestros empleados." Nuestro amplio paquete de beneficios esta disenado a la medida para lograr el objetivo a traves del acceso a los siguientes beneficios:

  • Seguro Medico, incluyendo Planes de Salud, Dental y Vision
  • Ahorro de Salud y Cuentas de Gastos Flexibles
  • Programa de Bienestar con Incentivos
  • 401k Ahorro y Plan de Participacion en las Ganancias con Contribuciones Paralelas
  • Seguro de Vida/AD&D
  • Suplementario Voluntario y Seguro de Vida de Dependientes
  • Discapacidad a Corto Plazo y Largo
  • Indemnizacion de Hospital y Por Enfermedad Grave
  • Dias Feriados de la Compania, Vacaciones y Dias de Enfermedad
  • Crowder Universidad Entrenamiento basado en la Carrera
  • Asistencia Educacional
  • Deposito Directo