Ironworker

Crossland•Wichita, KS

About The Position

Crossland is seeking a highly motivated Ironworker to work as part of a crew on construction projects, raising, positioning, and joining structural steel members to form completed structures and frameworks. The work is physically demanding, is performed outdoors, and requires comfort working at heights above 15 feet and willingness to travel. Successful candidates must complete a drug screen, physical, and criminal background check. Ironworkers set up hoisting equipment and rigging, guide steel members into place, align and secure them, and make alterations by cutting and welding. They may specialize in erecting or repairing particular types of structures. The position also includes general construction and material-handling tasks as assigned by field supervision. Crossland describes itself as a family-built company offering an in-house education program, resources, support, and training. It promotes a team atmosphere and provides competitive pay and benefits.

Requirements

Willingness to travel as needed.
Ability to work comfortably at heights above 15 feet.
Ability to work outdoors.
Ability to lift up to 70 pounds occasionally and 40–50 pounds frequently.
Ability to frequently climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, and handle materials; occasional fingering and feeling are also required.
Successful completion of a drug screen, physical, and criminal background check.
Ability to work with other crew members.

Responsibilities

Erect, position, align, and secure structural steel components, including beams, columns, joists, and decking.
Install miscellaneous metal components such as stairs, handrails, guardrails, and ladders.
Read and interpret construction drawings, blueprints, specifications, and installation details.
Perform welding, cutting, grinding, bolting, and fastening of structural steel and metal components.
Set up hoisting equipment and install rigging between steel members and hoisting equipment.
Signal hoisting-equipment operators and guide lifted members using tag lines or hands from ladders, scaffolds, or mechanical lifts.
Push, pull, or pry steel members into approximate position and force them into final position with hand tools.
Align bolt holes and verify vertical and horizontal alignment using appropriate instruments.
Bolt aligned members temporarily and permanently bolt or weld members in place as required.
Install and secure metal decking and related building components.
Assist with crane operations, material handling, unloading, staging, and general construction activities.
Use hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, and other construction equipment safely and efficiently.
Work from aerial lifts, ladders, scaffolding, and elevated work platforms while following fall-protection requirements.
Coordinate with superintendents, foremen, and other trades to support project schedules and productivity.
Inspect tools, equipment, rigging, and materials for safe operating condition.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment and follow company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and jobsite-specific procedures.
Perform additional duties as assigned by field supervision.