Ironworker

East & Westbrook Construction Co., Inc.; Buckner (KY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

East & Westbrook Construction Co., Inc. is seeking a Structural Ironworker to independently install girders and columns, fabricate and assemble iron and steel, and ensure proper placement per blueprints and instructions.

The role involves rigging, welding, and working in both fabrication shops and field sites. The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of structural iron work experience, proficiency in Stick Welding, and the ability to read blueprints.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Proficient in Stick Welding.
• Ability to read blueprints and instructions.
• Willingness to abide by all E&W safety regulations and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Set up and use rigging to hoist material into place.
• Cut, weld, bolt, or shape pieces together.
• Install columns, beams, platforms, stairs, handrails, grating, decking, structures, etc.
• Dismantle steel structures when needed.
• Demos steel structures when needed.
• Operate boom lifts, scissor lifts, forklifts, etc.
• Identify and address potential safety hazards.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and regulations.

Skills

Stick Welding

Blueprint Reading

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

E&W certification

Job description

Position Summary

Structural Ironworker works independently to install girders and columns to provide a structural framework. Fabricates and assembles iron and steel materials. Ensure proper placement and assignment according to blueprints and instructions.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Sets up and uses rigging to hoist material into place
• Cuts, welds, bolts, or shapes pieces together
• Demos steel structures when needed
• Installs and temporary shoring
• Works in fabrication shop when not installing steel.
• Identifies and addresses potential safety hazards.
• Adheres to all safety protocols and regulations.

Position Summary

Structural Ironworker works independently to install girders and columns to provide a structural framework. Fabricates and assembles iron and steel materials. Ensure proper placement and assignment according to blueprints and instructions.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Sets up and uses rigging to hoist material into place
• Cuts, welds, bolts, or shapes pieces together
• Install columns, beams, platforms, stairs, handrails, grating, decking, structures, etc.
• Demos steel structures when needed
• Installs and temporary shoring
• Operates boom lifts, scissor lifts, forklifts, etc.
• Works in fabrication shop when not installing steel.
• Identifies and addresses potential safety hazards.
• Adheres to all safety protocols and regulations.

Qualifications / Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Proficient in Stick Welding
• 3-5 years of experience as a Structural Iron Worker.
• E&W certification, preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints and instructions
• Works safely, always follows E&W rules and procedures
• Demonstrates self-sufficiency, self-direction and proactivity with tasks.
• Demonstrate E&W core values
• Properly signal operators
• Willingness to abide by all E&W safety regulations and procedures

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some climbing and balancing on stairs and ladders; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 10% sitting, 45% walking, and 45% standing. The job is performed outdoors, indoors and in various geographic locations.