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CB&I

Tank Bullganger

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An Iron or Steel Worker installs iron or steel beams, girders or columns that create the structural frame for tall buildings, bridges or other large structures.

$61,590 / year median in West Virginia

+14% projected growth

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Job Description

Company Overview CB&I® is the world's leading designer and builder of storage facilities, tanks and terminals. With more than 60,000 structures completed throughout our 135+ year history, we have the global expertise and strategically-located operations to provide customers world-class storage solutions for even the most complex energy infrastructure projects. Overview Set-up and use oxy-fuel or plasma burning equipment to cut or trim plate and structural steel. Use oxygen/acetylene torch for cutting metals or to gouge. Responsibilities Operate electric and pneumatic power tools such as grinders, wire brushes, and chipping guns. Perform basic and preventative maintenance functions on power equipment. Use grinder and other hand or power tools required to grind, bevel, or fit metals together, and remove slag. Use hand tools such as shovels, brooms, scrapers, hand brushes, files, etc. Maintain work area and equipment in a clean orderly condition and follow prescribed safety procedures. Unload fabricated steel products and tools from trucks. Hook-on or move material around the field site by hand or with the assistance of a forklift or crane. Align, fit and tack steel shapes together utilizing temporary erection gear, fit-up (pry) bars, and sledgehammers. Erect and dismantle temporary scaffolding used in steel plate construction. Inspect, set up, use, break down and rig equipment such as aerial work platforms (spider buggies), elevated work platforms, and staging.
Knowledge of Safety Equipment:
Hardhat, safety glasses with side shields, full body harness with double lanyard, earplugs, respiratory protection, gloves. Be able to Lift 50lbs. Cleans work area, machines, tools, and equipment. Works at heights (approx. 100ft) accessed via ladders to scaffold platforms. Ability to perform duties of Safety/Firewatch as needed. Local Requirements Physical Requirements NP=Not Present, O=Occasionally (0-33%), F=Frequently (34-66%), C=Constantly (67-100%) Standing 70% Walking 50% Sitting 10% Pushing NP Pulling NP Climbing F Balancing F Bending F Stooping O Kneeling O Crouching O Crawling NP Reaching C Handling C Feeling C Vision C Hearing C Lifting (lbs) Carrying (lbs) 0-10 0-10 10-25 10-25 25-50 25-50 Qualifications Skills and Specifications Knowledge and ability to use hand and power tools associated with welding, such as chipping hammer, grinder, arc welder, and oxygen/acetylene torch including setup or connection of hoses, cords, and regulators. Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions and blueprints. Solid problem-solving skills. Ability to follow instructions and work independently. Ability to demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness to ensure quality of work. Ability to establish and maintain healthy working relationships with people in course of work. Ability to contribute and work in a team environment. Skills and Behaviors Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions and blueprints. Solid problem-solving skills. Ability to follow instructions and work independently. Ability to demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness to ensure quality of work. Ability to establish and maintain healthy working relationships with people in course of work. Ability to contribute and work in a team environment.