Ironworker / Structural Welder
About The Position
STRUCTURAL is seeking skilled Ironworker / Structural Welders to join its construction team. The successful candidate will erect, install, align, and weld structural steel components for industrial, commercial, and heavy construction projects, with a strong commitment to safety, quality workmanship, and productivity in a fast-paced construction environment. Work takes place at industrial construction sites, refineries, petrochemical facilities, and other heavy industrial environments. The work involves frequent climbing, kneeling, bending, lifting, and working at heights, as well as exposure to varying weather conditions and construction-site hazards. Overtime, weekends, and shift work may be required based on project needs. STRUCTURAL is the open-shop contracting business line of Structural Group. It provides technology-driven specialty contracting, repair, and maintenance services and has roughly 2,500 employees at locations nationwide and in select international markets.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Minimum 2 years of experience as an Ironworker, Structural Welder, or related craft.
- Demonstrated experience in structural steel erection and welding.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and welding symbols.
- Knowledge of welding procedures and structural steel installation practices.
- Ability to work at elevated heights and in outdoor industrial environments.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physically demanding work.
- Strong commitment to safety and quality.
- Must pass a weld test.
- Pre-employment drug testing.
Nice To Haves
- NCCER Ironworker certification.
- AWS D1.1 Structural Welding certification.
- NCCCO Signal Person and/or Rigger certification.
- OSHA Basic plus.
- Experience in petrochemical, refinery, power, or industrial construction projects.
- Ability to read and interpret structural drawings, blueprints, and erection drawings.
Responsibilities
- Fabricate, fit, and weld structural steel components as required.
- Erect structural steel, platforms, pipe racks, stair towers, handrails, and miscellaneous steel.
- Perform SMAW and FCAW welding processes in accordance with project specifications and applicable codes.
- Rig, signal, and assist crane operations during steel erection activities.
- Align and bolt up structural steel members using templates, levels, and precision measuring tools.
- Install grating, ladders, handrails, supports, and other structural components.
- Inspect welds and connections to ensure quality and compliance with specifications.
- Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a safe and orderly condition.
- Follow company safety procedures, permit requirements, and site-specific policies.
- Work collaboratively with supervisors, craft professionals, and project teams to meet project schedules.
Benefits
- Medical insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Paid holidays and vacation.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Career development and growth opportunities.
- Caring work environment.
- Overtime opportunities.
- $105 per day per diem for qualifying jobs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
