Pile Driver Jobs (NOW HIRING)

THE COMPANY:

Schnabel is a nationally recognized specialty contractor with over 65 years of experience in geostructural design-build and underground construction. With a portfolio of thousands of successful projects across the country, we are known for delivering smart, safe, and cost-effective solutions to complex engineering challenges. We specialize in advanced earth retention systems and other innovative geostructural techniques that create stable, lasting foundations for buildings, infrastructure, and other critical structures. At Schnabel, we combine technical expertise with a hands-on approach to ensure every project starts on solid ground.

ROLE:

Schnabel is seeking a Pile Driver to assist with the building of specialty underground structures. Our goal is to find a Pile Driver or Carpenter with experience in the successful installation of piles, walers, steel bracing, and other unique structural support methods for deep excavations. As a pile driver, you will assist our job site superintendent and project manager to ensure that we have a safely run and profitable project. You will be a leader on site and lead by example when it comes to production, safety culture, and ability to follow a plan.

Our typical scope of work includes installation of piles, lagging, walers, tiebacks, and braces for support of excavation projects. We also take on challenging projects with underpinning, grouting, tunneling, and unique structural support as part of our scope. Candidates who have direct construction experience and familiarity with our company’s traditional scope of work are preferred.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• You will install piles, lagging, walers, braces, and more.
• Accurately position and drive piles to the required depth and alignment, to ensure structural integrity.
• Follow all of Schnabel’s safety regulations.
• Responsible for safe and proficient operation of welding equipment and surveying instruments.
• Assemble, operate, and disassemble all pile driving equipment, including rigging for drill rigs and cranes.
• Clean and maintain all assigned equipment.
• Clear and maintain a clean work environment without debris or potential hazards.
• Work closely with site leadership to ensure that scope of work is being met within a timely schedule.
• Manage your scope of work appropriately to minimize job cost.
• Exposure to outdoor weather conditions, noise, and dust.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of 2 years of documented experience in a pile driving role.
• Ability to read and interpret plans and schematics.
• Structural Welding Certificate such as D1.1 / D1.5 or equivalent (not required but preferred).
• Focus, stand, walk, kneel, climb, bend, and work from heights or within confined space during assigned shift.
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug test.
• Local and regional travel as required for projects.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds of materials over rough terrain.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Driver’s license, reliable transportation, and a safe driving record.
• Follow all safety procedures, use proper protective equipment, and help maintain a safe job site by identifying and reporting potential hazards.

SAFETY:

Support the company’s safety and risk management objectives by adhering to established procedures, proactively identifying and addressing potential risks, and contributing to the achievement of safety goals through the use of metrics and continuous improvement efforts.

Don’t hurt yourself, don’t hurt anyone else, and don’t let anyone hurt you; a simple philosophy that has been adopted at Schnabel. We live by this belief to provide a safe and healthy workplace for all our employees and subcontractors.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay Range $40.00 - $48.50+ per hour

Schnabel is a union contractor and as such, your benefits are made available based on your union affiliation. Through hard work and reliability there will be opportunities to advance within the company.

Schnabel is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is fully committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable laws. We are an E-Verify employer.