Ironworker

Robinson Construction Company; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Robinson Construction Company in Charlotte, NC is seeking skilled Ironworkers to perform various tasks including steel fabrication and hoisting into place according to blueprints. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and 3+ years of experience in steel work.

The role involves a focus on safety and teamwork, with responsibilities ranging from interpreting specifications to ensuring structural integrity. Work may occur in challenging conditions requiring adaptability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Successful completion of an Ironworker apprenticeship preferred.
• 3 or more years of experience required.
• Industrial machine experience (such as a forklift) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Read specifications or blueprints to determine material requirements.
• Hoist steel beams into place using cranes or signaling equipment.
• Verify alignment of structural steel members.
• Dismantle structures or equipment.

Skills

Knowledge of materials and methods

Tool skills

Teamwork

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Ironworker apprenticeship

3 or more years of experience

Current OSHA 10 or MSHA Certification

Tools

Hand tools for steel work

Job description

Responsibilities

• Reads specifications or blueprints to determine the locations, quantities, or sizes of material required.
• Fabricates metal parts, such as steel frames, columns, beams, or girders, according to blueprints or instructions from supervisors.
• Unload and position prefabricated steel units for hoisting as needed.
• Hoists steel beams, girders, or columns into place, using cranes or signaling hoisting equipment operators to lift and position structural steel members.
• Verifies 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.
• Forces structural steel members into final positions, using turnbuckles, crowbars, jacks, or hand tools.
• Pulls, pushes, or pries structural steel members into approximate positions for bolting into place.
• Bolts aligned structural-steel members in position for permanent riveting, bolting, or welding into place.
• Assembles hoisting equipment or rigging, such as cables, pulleys, or hooks, to move heavy equipment or materials.
• Dismantles structures or equipment.
• Takes personal responsibility for fostering a safe workplace by following safety policies and procedures.
• May perform the work of or assist other craft positions on site as needed.

Education / Experience

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Successful completion of an Ironworker apprenticeship preferred.
• 3 or more years of experience required.
• Industrial machine experience (such as a forklift) preferred.
• Current OSHA 10 or MSHA Certification preferred.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of buildings, or other industrial structures.
• Skill in the standard use of tools and equipment of the profession.
• Ability to work successfully as a team and independently with moderate supervision.
• Ability to understand and follow directions, communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
• Ability to visualize a layout by looking at plans and prints, comprehend and trouble‑shoot problems that may arise.

Physical Requirements

• Coordinate eye‑hand movements with control and precision.
• Use hands and fingers fully; reach for, manipulate and feel objects; stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl.
• Climb and maintain body balance on ladders, scaffolding, or high structures; and see and hear well (either naturally or with correction).
• Lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds, and stoop, lay, bend or squat for long periods of time.

Working Conditions

• May be exposed to fumes, dust or other airborne particles, and loud noises.
• Position regularly works near moving mechanical parts and vibrating machinery.
• May be exposed to extreme outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity, and exposure to dust and asphalt.

Other Important Information

• Travel, o vertime, some shiftwork, holidays and weekends may be required.

Required Tools

Must possess and bring the following hand tools to each job site:

• Pry Bars
• Bull Pins
• Pliers
• Measuring Devices
• Bolt bags

Robinson Construction is a Design‑Build General Contractor specializing in the completion of process‑intense manufacturing facilities throughout the United States. Our clients include heavy industrial, manufacturing; food grade processing plants, chemical and processing; power and renewable energy; healthcare facilities, and mining industries, as well as federal, state, and municipal agencies.

Robinson Construction is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We will provide equal opportunity to all applicants and prohibit any discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or veteran status. Applicants are treated on the basis of their job‑related qualifications, ability and performance.

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