Industrial Steel Erector/Welder

Stewart & Tate Inc•York, PA

12d

About The Position

The Steel Erector raises, places, and joins iron or steel girders, columns, and other structural members to complete structures or structural frameworks. The role may also involve erecting metal storage tanks and assembling prefabricated metal buildings and customer equipment at existing or new locations. The position performs structural steel erection and welding work while maintaining a safe, clean, and productive jobsite.

Requirements

Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.
Proficiency in Stick and MIG welding processes sufficient to pass a welding test.
3–5 years of structural steel experience.
Ability to climb ladders, reach overhead, bend, pull on wrenches, and lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces.
Willingness to work outside in all types of weather.
Ability to travel as needed, typically less than 10% of the time.
Ability to work extended hours and overtime as needed.
In-depth knowledge of construction procedures, equipment, and OSHA guidelines.
Valid driver's license and ability to hold a Med Card.
Ability to work well as part of a team.
Clean driving record.

Nice To Haves

Experience with versa lifts and tri lifts.

Responsibilities

Keep buildings and assigned jobsite areas clean and organized to maintain a safe and productive working environment.
Follow safety and incident-reporting procedures and bring problems to the attention of the Foreman/General Superintendent, Safety Manager, or HR Manager.
Read and review blueprints and specifications to determine work requirements and the locations, quantities, or sizes of materials needed.
Connect columns, beams, and girders with bolts according to blueprints and supervisor instructions.
Bolt aligned structural steel members in position for permanent riveting, bolting, or welding.
Fasten structural steel members to hoist cables using chains, cables, or rope.
Operate cranes, hoists, or other moving and lifting equipment.
Verify the vertical and horizontal alignment of structural steel members using plumb bobs, laser equipment, transits, or levels.
Hoist steel beams, girders, or columns into place, or signal hoisting equipment operators to lift and position them.
Set up rigging and move customer equipment to existing or new locations.
Signal equipment operators to indicate proper equipment positioning.
Cut, bend, or weld steel pieces using metal shears, torches, or welding equipment.
Cut metal components for installation and weld metal components.
Perform other related duties as assigned.