Structural Iron Worker/ Welder
About The Position
The Structural Iron Worker/Welder is responsible for performing structural steel fabrication, fit-up, assembly, bolt-up, installation, and welding activities within a fabrication facility environment. This position performs both structural iron work and structural welding duties and requires proficiency in reading fabrication drawings, fitting and aligning structural members, and producing high-quality welds in accordance with approved welding procedures and quality standards. Candidates must successfully pass Shaw's Structural FCAW 3G/4G and SMAW 3G/4G welding qualification tests.
Requirements
- Must successfully pass Shaw's Structural FCAW 3G/4G and SMAW 3G/4G welding qualification tests.
- Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings, weld symbols, and specifications.
- Ability to perform structural welding in vertical and overhead positions.
- Commitment to workplace safety and quality standards.
- Ability to safely work at heights utilizing ladders, scaffolding, aerial lifts, elevated work platforms, and structural steel members.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Minimum of three (3) years of structural steel fabrication, iron working, or structural welding experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Read and interpret blueprints, fabrication drawings, weld symbols, and work instructions.
- Layout, fit, align, and assemble structural steel components.
- Perform bolt-up assembly and structural steel installation activities.
- Weld structural steel components using FCAW and SMAW processes.
- Perform welding in flat, horizontal, vertical (3G), and overhead (4G) positions.
- Position, clamp, tack, and secure components prior to welding.
- Cut, prepare, fit, and repair structural steel members and plates.
- Perform visual inspection of welds and fabricated assemblies.
- Utilize hand tools, power tools, and fabrication equipment safely.
- Follow all safety, quality, and environmental procedures.
- Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a safe condition.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (eligible within 30 days of hire)
- Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance with AD&D
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Coverage
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- 401(k) with Company Match
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
