Ironworker Craftsman 1
Kiewit•Abilene, TX
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. The role involves reading plans, fabricating and positioning structural steel, using rigging and hoisting equipment, and securing steel members into place. Work may take place outdoors in all weather conditions, at heights that may exceed 200 feet, and in confined spaces.
Requirements
- May require a high school diploma or equivalent, with 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, potentially exceeding 200 feet, and in confined spaces.
- 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, or sizes of required materials.
- Fabricate metal parts, including 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, or signal hoisting equipment operators to lift and position structural steel members.
- Verify the 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
