Structural Steel Iron Worker

Summit City Steel Erection•Fort Wayne, IN

10d•$26 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

Summit City Steel Erection (SCSE) is hiring a skilled Structural Steel Ironworker to erect structural steel on construction sites and inside industrial facilities. The role involves connecting, welding, fitting, rigging, and installing structural components, with an emphasis on safe, efficient, high-quality work. Projects include structural steel and industrial work, generally within daily driving distance of Fort Wayne, with employees home most nights. The company provides power tools, PPE, rigging equipment, and training for certifications needed to perform the work; employees must bring their own hand tools. Career growth opportunities include advancement to Foreman or Superintendent. This is a hands-on field position at active construction sites and operating mills and industrial plants. Work takes place outdoors in all seasons and in conditions that may involve heat, cold, noise, and dust. The position requires working at heights with fall protection and PPE, climbing and balancing at elevation, and repeatedly lifting and handling materials up to 50 pounds. Employees participate in safety meetings, may stop work to address safety concerns, and follow project drawings, specifications, and safety and quality standards. Pre-employment drug screening and a background check are required; a driving record check is required for employees who drive a company vehicle.

Requirements

At least 4 years of structural steel erection experience or completion of an ironworker apprenticeship.
Working skills in structural steel connecting and bolt-up, structural welding, rigging and signaling, and torch cutting and fitting.
Ability to pass a pre-employment welding test.
Ability to read erection drawings, connection details, and piece marks.
Own hand tools appropriate for the work.
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
Residence within approximately two hours of Fort Wayne.
Follow jobsite safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment.
Pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Nice To Haves

Experience working inside steel mills or heavy industrial plants.
AWS D1.1 welding certification.
OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 training.
Rigger or signal person training.
Aerial lift, telehandler, or forklift training.
First aid and CPR certification.
English and Spanish communication skills.

Responsibilities

Unload, sort, and stage steel materials.
Connect and install columns, beams, joists, and bracing.
Bolt structural steel according to project drawings and specifications, including snug-tight, pretensioned, and slip-critical connections.
Weld structural steel in the field.
Plumb and align steel during erection.
Install platforms, stairs, handrails, metal decking, and miscellaneous steel.
Rig loads and signal crane operators during lifting operations.
Torch-cut, fit, and repair steel in industrial mills and plants.
Assist with equipment installation and other structural steel work as needed.
Review erection drawings, connection details, and piece marks before installing materials.
Identify and report damaged, incorrect, or missing materials rather than forcing an improper fit.
Participate in daily safety meetings and job hazard planning.
Use required fall protection and maintain 100% tie-off when working at height, in accordance with site requirements.
Stop work and report unsafe conditions.
Follow project drawings, specifications, and established safety and quality standards.
Help train apprentices and support other crew members.