Ironworker

MWH Constructors, Inc.; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan (company matching)

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Employee Life Insurance

Job summary

MWH Constructors is seeking a skilled Ironworker/Rebar Worker for our Austin, TX project. You will be responsible for reinforcing concrete structures by installing and fabricating rebar according to blueprints, and coordinating with the construction crew on site.

The role involves lifting, endurance on outdoor sites, and operating hand and power tools to accurately place steel bars, rods, and wire mesh. Teamwork and safety are essential on this busy project.

Qualifications

• Certification in rebar installation or related field is a plus.
• Must be able to push/pull, lift, or carry up to 50 lbs., but may occasionally lift up to 100 lbs.
• Subject to repetitive use of hands/arms and legs.
• Hand/eye coordination required for safe operation.

Responsibilities

• Space and fasten together rods in forms according to blueprints using wire and pliers.
• Position and secure steel bars, rods, cables, or mesh in concrete forms using fasteners and hand tools.
• Place blocks under rebar to hold the bars off the deck.
• Bend steel rods with hand tools and rod bending machines.
• Cut and fit wire mesh or fabric using hooked rods and position fabric or mesh in concrete to reinforce concrete.
• Cut rods to required lengths using metal shears, hacksaws, or bar cutters.
• Assist other craft workers as needed.

Skills

Rebar installation

Blueprint reading

Hand tools

Power tools

Education

Certification in rebar installation

Tools

Metal fabrication tools

Job description

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

MWH Constructors, a global leader in heavy civil construction of water and wastewater facilities, is currently seeking a skilled and experienced Ironworker/Rebar Worker to join our construction team. The ideal candidate w ill have a strong understanding and rebar installation and fabrication. Ensuring that all con crete structures are reinforced effectively. This individual plays a crucial role in the construction process at our Austin, TX project.

Essential Functions

• The following are intended as general illustrations of the work in this job class and are not all-inclusive for this position.
• Space and fasten together rods in forms according to blueprints using wire and pliers.
• position and secure steel bars, rods, cables, or mesh in concrete forms using fasteners and hand tools.
• Place blocks under rebar to hold the bards off the deck.
• Bend steel rods with hand tools and rod bending machines.
• Cut and fit wire mesh or fabric using hooked rods and position fabric or mesh in concrete to reinforce concrete.
• Cut rods to required lengths using metal shears, hacksaws, or bar cutters.
• Assist other craft workers as needed.

Basic Qualifications

• Certification in rebar installation or a related field is a plus.
• Must be able to push/pull, lift, or carry up to 50 lbs., but may occasionally push/pull, lift, or carry up to 100 lbs.
• Subject to repetitive use of hands/arms, and legs
• Hand/eye coordination
• Must be able to communicate (hear, comprehend, and speak) to safely perform work.
• Will need to be able to perform sedentary to heavy work.
• May operate hand and power tools (electric, gas, and pneumatic) of all types
• Climb and maintain balance on steel/wood framework, stairs, ladders and scaffolds.
• Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis.
• Position may require prolonged bending/twisting, walking, crawling, kneeling, reaching overhead, squatting, pushing /pulling, or standing and lifting.
• Must be able to walk on uneven surfaces, muddy conditions, loose rock, loose/soft sand, etc.
• May be required to work in confined spaces.
• Will be exposed to adverse weath er conditions (Heat, Cold, Rain, Etc.)
• Group health & welfare benefits including options for medical, dental and vision
• 100% company-paid benefits including Employee Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Spouse and Dependent Life & AD&D, Short Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD) (after 60 day waiting period for STD & LTD only), Employee Assistance Program and Health Advocate
• Voluntary benefits at discounted group rates for accidents, critical illness, and hospital indemnity
• Paid Time Off (15 days/year)
• Paid Sick and Safe Leave
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• 10 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Plan (company matching contributions up to 4%)
• Employee Referral Program

MWH Constructors is a leading project delivery company with a focus on water and wastewater treatment infrastructure. With the ultimate goal of delivering maximum value to clients and their local communities, MWH Constructors provides single-source, integrated design and construction services and a full range of project delivery methods. Incorporating industry-leading preconstruction services and safety practices, the Company’s multi-disciplined team of engineering and construction professionals delivers a wide range of projects, including new facilities, infrastructure improvement and expansion, and capital construction services.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

Please note that all positions require pre-employment screening, including drug and background check, as a condition of employment.