Ironworker

An ironworker's job involves fabricating and erecting steel structures. They interpret blueprints, cut, bend, and weld steel components, and use rigging and lifting equipment to position materials. Additionally, they may install metal decking and reinforcing steel for concrete, ensuring structural integrity and safety.

Core Responsibilities:

Fabricating and Erecting Steel:

This includes cutting, bending, and welding steel according to plans, and using various tools like shears, rod-bending machines, and torches.

Rigging and Lifting:

They use rigging techniques and lifting equipment like cranes to move and position heavy steel components.

Reinforcing Steel:

Ironworkers also handle reinforcing steel (rebar) for concrete structures, placing, bending, and connecting it according to specifications.

Installing Metal Decking:

They may install metal decking, which is corrugated steel sheets used in building construction to span floors and provide a surface for pouring concrete.

Safety:

Ironworkers prioritize safety by ensuring proper use of PPE, adhering to construction safety standards, and maintaining awareness of potential hazards.

Reading and Interpreting Blueprints:

Ironworkers must be able to understand and follow blueprints, sketches, and other instructions to determine the layout and dimensions of steel components.

Connecting Steel Members:

Ironworkers connect steel using bolts, wire, or welds, ensuring secure and durable connections.

Aligning Structures:

They use tag lines, plumb bobs, lasers, and levels to ensure structural alignment, both vertically and horizontally.

Maintenance and Repair:

They may also be involved in the maintenance, repair, and replacement of steel components and fasteners.

Unloading and Stacking Materials:

They unload prefabricated steel and iron and stack them for lifting and positioning.

Key Skills:

MUST NOT BE AFRAID OF HEIGHTS AND MUST BE ABLE TO WELD AND WITHSTAND HEAT!

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Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$25.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Health insurance Paid time off People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:

Welding:

2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Palm City, FL (Required)

Work Location:

In person