Ironworker

Thompson Construction Group, Inc.; Newton (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package including

Medical, dental, vision, life, 401(k)

Job summary

Thompson Construction Group, Inc. is seeking a skilled steel erector to join our field team. You will assist in raising, connecting, and placing girders and structural steel per blueprints, working safely and efficiently with teammates.

Responsibilities include setting up hoisting gear, rigging, signaling operations, aligning and bolting components, and performing alterations as needed. A strong safety mindset and ability to work in challenging environments are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of field experience.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and work at heights up to 200 feet.
• Must be able to climb, bend, twist, stand and reach repetitively.

Responsibilities

• Set up hoisting equipment for lifting structural steel members.
• Rig steel members to hoist using chain, cable, or rope.
• Signal hoisting operator to lift and place members.
• Guide members into position using tag lines; maintain alignment.

Skills

Structural steel work

Rigging & hoisting

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Blueprint interpretation

Tools

25ft Tape

12in Crescent Wrench

3/4in Spud Wrench

7/8in Spud Wrench

30in Sleever Bar

8lb Hammer

Bull Pins (2in)

Harness with Bolt Bag

Tri-Square

Torpedo Level

24in Level

Socket Set up to 1¼in

Center Punch

Chalk Box

Job description

Since its foundation in 1986, Thompson Construction Group, Inc. has grown from a small, local company into one of the largest privately held companies based in South Carolina. Our diverse services portfolio includes capital projects, power services, maintenance services, disaster recovery, hydro consulting and commercial construction. We believe in investing in our employees to help them reach their professional goals, as well as their personal goals. Thompson promotes a work environment that fosters learning, leadership, and development along with a safety culture that never waivers. Thompson is headquartered in Sumter, South Carolina with offices spanning the United States, primarily southeast and central United States.

Position Description

Assists in performing any combination of the following duties: raise, place, and connect girders, columns, and other structural steel members to form completed structures or structure frameworks according to the layouts or blueprints while working as a crewmember. These duties must be performed in a safe and timely manner with the highest quality possible.

Job Responsibilities

• Set up hoisting equipment for raising and placing structural steel members.
• Fasten (rig) steel members to hoist using chain, cable, or rope.
• Signal worker operating hoisting equipment to lift and place steel member.
• Guide member using tag line (rope) in order to guide it into position.
• Pull, push, or pry steel members into approximate position while member is supported by hoisting device.
• Force member into final position using turnbuckles, crowbars, jacks and hand tools.
• Align bolt holes in member with corresponding holes in previously placed member by driving drift pins or handle of spud wrench through holes.
• Verify vertical and horizontal alignments of members using plumb bob and level.
• Bolt aligned members to keep in position until they can be permanently bolted or welded into place.
• Cut and weld steel members to make alterations.
• Responsible for observing and complying with all safety and project rules.
• Maintain work area in clean and tidy manner.
• Other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience working in the field
• Minimum Required Tool List:
  • 1 each 25’ Tape
  • 1 each 12\" Crescent wrench
  • 1 each 3/4\" Spud Wrench
  • 1 each 7/8\" Spud Wrench or Adjustable Spud Wrench
  • 1 each 30\" Sleever Bar
  • 1 each 8 Pound Hammer
  • 2 each 1\" Bull Pin
  • 1 each Harness with Bolt Bag, Frog & Safety Cables 3/8\"dia
  • 1 each Tri-Square
  • 1 each Torpedo Level
  • 1 each 24\" Level
  • 1 each 2 Pound Hammer1 set Socket Set up to 1 1/4\"
  • 1 each Center Punch
  • 1 each Chalk Box
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds, climb, bend, twist, stand and reach repetitively.
• Work in hot/cold/damp/cramped environments
• 40 or more hours per week with possible weekend work
• Background check and drug screen based on job location/requirements
• Must be able to work at heights up to 200 feet

Benefits

• We strive to provide a competitive compensation and benefits package. This includes but is not limited to medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), wellness programs and career development.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.