Ironworker Craftsman 1

Kiewit • Abilene, TX

4d

About The Position

Ironworkers are responsible for the layout, installation, assembly, and erection of steel components in accordance with blueprint plans, specifications, codes, and industry standards. This intermediate-level position includes fabricating, positioning, aligning, and fastening structural steel, as well as assembling rigging and hoisting equipment.

Requirements

• May require a high school diploma or its equivalent and previous years of experience in the field or a related area.
• Must possess working knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position.
• Ability to understand, follow, and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management and supervision.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and layout tools safely and efficiently.
• Able to meet all physical requirements.
• Must have all required tools.
• Able to climb and work at heights and in confined spaces, which may exceed 200 feet.
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Able to work overtime, nights, and weekends as required by the workload.

Responsibilities

• Read specifications or blueprints to determine the locations, quantities, and sizes of required materials.
• Fabricate metal parts such as steel frames, columns, beams, or girders according to blueprints or supervisor instructions.
• Unload and position prefabricated steel units for hoisting; hoist steel beams, girders, or columns into place, using cranes or signaling equipment operators.
• Verify vertical and horizontal alignment of structural steel members using plumb bobs, laser equipment, transits, or levels.
• Cut, bend, or weld steel pieces using metal shears, torches, or welding equipment.
• Force structural steel members into final positions using turnbuckles, crowbars, jacks, or hand tools.
• Pull, push, or pry structural steel members into approximate positions for bolting.
• Bolt aligned structural-steel members into position for permanent riveting, bolting, or welding.
• Assemble hoisting equipment or rigging, such as cables, pulleys, or hooks, to move heavy equipment or materials.
• Observe and comply with all safety and project rules.
• Perform other duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED