Ironworker

Saulsbury•Mineola, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for laying out and fabricating structural steel and sheet metal in order to build metal structures. Welds and cuts steel, and interprets blueprints. The Welder is responsible for various types of weld preparation, welding and welds finishing operations to manufacture product to customer drawings, specifications, or other forms of instruction. They are responsible for knowing and following appropriate safety procedures in order to make safety checks and conduct safety meetings, and for coordinating with operating personnel regarding permits and clearances to initiate maintenance and repair activities.

Requirements

Four (4) years of experience in work involving a variety of layout, installation, and maintenance tasks
Have a high school diploma or GED equivalent
Possess valid drivers’ license with a good driving record
On a continual basis, promotes an awareness of environmental, health and safety policies to ensure a safe working environment and ensures compliance with all accompany policies
Ability to pass drug test as mandated by the Saulsbury Industries and Department of Transportation anti-drug program
Must attend and successfully complete Saulsbury Industries safety training education
Attends safety meetings and specialty training as directed by management
Attends various training classes as may be assigned by management
Perform related duties and responsibilities as required
Ability to take needed safety precautions in performing the work
Knowledge of basic rigging safety practices.
Manual and finger dexterity
Eye-hand coordination
Depth perception
Ability to see things clearly that are beyond arm’s reach (far visual acuity)
Ability to see small detail
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
Ability to climb 30-foot ladders without resting
Ability to maintain balance on catwalks and narrow work spaces
Ability to stand for long periods of time
Ability to reach above head while sitting or standing
Ability to reach below knees while standing
Ability to stoop or kneel
Ability to work 50 or more hours each week
Ability to follow appropriate safety procedures in order to make safety checks and conducts safety meetings
Reading comprehension skill to understand work orders, written instructions, technical manuals, safety procedures, and parts catalogs
Mathematical skill to perform basic calculations
Oral communication skills for routine and technical information exchange with coworkers, supervisors, or other personnel
Skill in using hand signals
Ability to evaluate work conditions and quality, and to make decisions regarding course of actions (decision making)
Ability to communicate with others and to assimilate and understand information, in a manner consistent with the essential job functions
Interpersonal skills to cooperate with co-workers, supervisors, and members of other crafts
Ability to work under time pressure
Ability to respond quickly and calmly to emergency situations
Ability to make sound decisions in a manner consistent with the essential job functions
Ability to understand, remember, and carry out oral and written directions
Responds to request to work overtime when conditions warrant and directed by management

Responsibilities

Build and install iron or steel girders, columns, and other construction materials to form buildings, bridges, and other structures.
Repair older infrastructure.
Make, weld, and cut structural metal in fabricating shops.
Erect steel frames.
Direct operation of cranes to move structural steel, reinforcing bars, and other materials onto and around the construction site.
Connect steel columns, beams, and girders.
Drill holes into steel for bolts.
Number steel according to assembly instructions.
Unload and stack steel.
Attach cables to steel and then to the crane.
Hoist steel into place in the framework.
Position steel with connecting bars and spud wrenches.
Work with drift pins to align the holes in the steel with the framework holes.
Use plumb bobs, levels, and laser equipment to check alignment.
Bolt or weld piece into place.
Cut bars with metal shears and torches.
Install stairs, handrails, or curtain walls.
Make sure all pieces are fitted properly and complete repairs as necessary.
Other duties as assigned