Ironworker Journeyperson

Sundt•Iva, SC

14d

About The Position

Plan, lay out, and perform structural steel erection and fabrication in accordance with applicable plans, specifications, codes, and industry standards. Work in other crafts at levels appropriate to training and skills as requested by project supervision, and take direction from a higher-skilled worker or foreman. The role includes supporting and teaching crew members, improving work methods, inspecting work for accuracy and compliance, and producing quality work safely and productively. This is a physically demanding construction role that may involve working up to 12-hour shifts in varying temperatures and outdoor conditions. The employee must be able to climb and balance on steel or wood frameworks, stairs, ladders, and scaffolds; work in confined, cluttered, and uneven areas; and lift, push, or pull objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Sundt describes itself as a 100% employee-owned contractor and offers competitive pay, benefits, incentive programs, and training focused on personal and professional growth.

Requirements

Read and understand drawings, specifications, safety standards, and quality standards.
Effectively use trade tools and equipment relevant to the work.
Have a minimum of three years’ experience for level I, four years for level II, five years for level III, or six or more years for level Sr. in the industrial/commercial construction industry, with an in-depth understanding of the ironworker trade.
Possess effective verbal and written communication skills.
Wear required personal protective equipment and comply with safety standards and procedures.
Be able to work up to a 12-hour shift performing hard physical work in varying temperatures and outdoor conditions.
Be able to lift, push, or pull objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
Be able to climb and maintain balance on steel or wood framework, stairs, ladders, and scaffolds.

Responsibilities

Continually seek opportunities to share knowledge and teach others.
Eliminate waste, including waiting, rework, transporting, material storage, and wasted time.
Use strong trade mathematics skills.
Inspect subordinates’ work for accuracy and compliance with plans and specifications, explain deficiencies, and take corrective action as needed.
Lift and carry heavy items weighing up to 50 pounds.
Look for opportunities to improve tasks, means, and methods, and be willing to learn from others.
Maintain positive working relationships with all crew members.
Produce high-quality work safely and productively.
Provide feedback to ensure materials, tools, equipment, and information are available for the work.
Plan, lay out, and perform structural steel erection and fabrication work in accordance with applicable plans, specifications, codes, and industry standards.
Work in other crafts at levels appropriate to training and skills when requested by project supervision.
Take direction from a higher-skilled worker or foreman.