Entry-Level Ironworker Helper - Industrial Construction

TIC - The Industrial Company; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

TIC_Craft in Abilene, TX is seeking an entry-level Ironworker helper. You will assist skilled craftspeople, learn to read blueprints, and support fabrication and hoisting of structural steel under supervision.

Responsibilities include aligning components, cutting and welding steel, positioning units, and using cranes as directed. Must move well on site and comply with safety rules in a construction environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as an Ironworker in a Power Plant / Industrial setting
• Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management/supervision
• Field experience in chosen craft discipline
• Knowledge of the safe and efficient use of hand tools, power tools and layout tools
• Ability to pass pre-access drug and alcohol testing and fit for duty medical

Responsibilities

• Learn to read specifications or blueprints to determine the locations, quantities, or sizes of material required.
• Assist skilled craftsman to fabricate metal parts, such as steel frames, columns, beams, or girders, according to blueprints or instructions from supervisors.
• Assist with unloading and positioning prefabricated steel units for hoisting; hoists steel beams, girders, or columns into place, using cranes or signaling hoisting equipment operators to lift and position structural steel members.
• Learn to verify vertical and horizontal alignment of structural steel members, using plumb bobs, laser equipment, transits, or levels.
• Cuts, bends, or welds steel pieces, using metal shears, torches, or welding equipment.
• Assemble hoisting equipment or riggings, such as cables, pulleys, or hooks, to move heavy equipment or materials.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Safety awareness

Communication

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Layout tools

Rigging equipment

Job description

TIC_Craft in Abilene, TX is seeking an entry-level Ironworker helper. You will assist skilled craftspeople, learn to read blueprints, and support fabrication and hoisting of structural steel under supervision.

Responsibilities include aligning components, cutting and welding steel, positioning units, and using cranes as directed. Must move well on site and comply with safety rules in a construction environment.