Ironworker Journeyperson

Sundt Construction•Iva, SC

18h

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 when requested by project supervision, and take direction from a higher-skilled worker or foreman. The job description may change at any time and may include other assigned duties. The role involves producing high-quality work safely and productively, supporting crew members, and ensuring work complies with project requirements. It also requires hard physical work for shifts of up to 12 hours in varying temperatures and outdoor conditions.

Requirements

High proficiency in related trade mathematics.
Ability to read and understand drawings, specifications, safety standards, and quality standards.
Ability to effectively use trade tools and equipment relevant to the work.
Industrial/commercial construction experience and an in-depth understanding of the ironworker trade; minimum experience varies by level: three years for Level I, four years for Level II, five years for Level III, and six or more years for Senior level.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to lift and carry heavy items up to 50 pounds.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including steel-toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, a hardhat, and a vest.
Ability to reach above shoulder heights and below the waist frequently; stoop, kneel, or bend occasionally.
Ability to move in and around confined, cluttered, and uneven areas.
Ability to comply with safety standards and procedures.
Frequent use of hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry, or feel objects.
Ability to climb and maintain balance on steel or wood framework, stairs, ladders, and scaffolds.
Occasional lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work shifts of up to 12 hours performing hard physical work in varying temperatures and outdoor conditions.
Limited use of telephone, computer systems, email, or other electronic devices to communicate with internal and external customers or vendors.

Responsibilities

Continually seek opportunities to share knowledge and teach others.
Eliminate waste, including waiting, rework, transporting, material storage, and time.
Inspect subordinates’ work for accuracy and compliance with plans and specifications; explain deficiencies and take corrective action as needed.
Look for opportunities to improve tasks, means, and methods, and be willing to learn from others.
Maintain positive working relationships with all members of the crew.
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 according to 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.