Ironworker/Weld Stick Journeyman

Kiewit•Abilene, TX

10d

About The Position

Responsible for the layout, installation, assembly, and steel erection components in accordance with blueprint plans, specifications, codes, and industry standards. This skilled position performs structural steel fabrication and erection work, including positioning and aligning members, welding and bolting components, and assembling rigging. The role may also involve estimating resources and materials and inspecting subordinate work for compliance with contract plans and specifications.

Requirements

May require a high school diploma or equivalent, along with previous years of experience in the field or a related area.
Must possess strong 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.
Proficiency in the safe and efficient use of electrical, hand, power, layout, and measurement tools.
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 workload.

Responsibilities

Read specifications or blueprints to determine the locations, quantities, or 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 by signaling hoisting equipment operators.
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 in position for permanent riveting, bolting, or welding.
Assemble hoisting equipment or rigging, such as cables, pulleys, or hooks, to move heavy equipment or materials.
Estimate sizes, distances, and quantities, or determine the time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform work activities.
Inspect subordinate employees' work for compliance with contract plans and specifications; identify deficiencies, explain corrective actions, and take action as needed.
Observe and comply with all safety and project rules.
Perform other duties as required.