Ironworker-Basic Apprentice

Sundt Enterprise; Morrilton (AR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Sundt Inc. in Morrilton, AR is seeking a structural steel helper to assist in planning, layout and performance of erection and fabrication work in accordance with plans, specs, codes, and industry standards.

The role requires 1–2 years' experience in industrial/construction, NCCER Core Curriculum and/or a high school diploma, plus strong verbal and written communication. Safety awareness and physical ability for outdoors work are essential.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in industrial/construction work.
• NCCER Core Curriculum and/or a High School diploma preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain positive working relationships with crew.
• Produce high-quality work safely and productively.
• Provide feedback to ensure materials, tools, equipment, and information are available.
• Look for opportunities to improve tasks and learn from others.
• Learn and understand all safety hazards related to the work.
• Perform basic math; add, subtract, multiply and divide.
• Safely use or operate work-related tools and equipment.
• Eliminate waste such as waiting, rework, and unnecessary movement.
• Ask a supervisor before continuing if unsure about any aspect.

Skills

Industrial construction experience

Teamwork and communication

Education

NCCER Core Curriculum

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

Assist in the planning, lay‑out and performance of all types of structural steel erection and fabrication work in accordance with all applicable plans, specifications, codes, and industry standards. Work in other crafts at levels appropriate to training and skills as requested by project supervision. Must have the ability to take direction from a higher skilled worker or foreman.

Key Responsibilities

1. Maintain positive working relationships with all members of the crew.
2. Produce high-quality work, safely and productively at all times.
3. Provide feedback to ensure all materials, tools, equipment, and information is available for the work.
4. Look for opportunities for improvement in all tasks, means and methods regarding the work and be willing to learn from others.
5. Learn and understand all safety hazards related to the work.
6. Effective Math skills – add, subtract, multiply and divide.
7. Learn to safely and effectively use or operate work related tools and equipment.
8. Eliminate WASTE such as waiting, rework, transporting, material storage and time.
9. If unsure about any aspect of the work or issues regarding safe practices, ask a supervisor before continuing.

Minimum Job Requirements

1. Must have a one – two years’ experience in the industrial/commercial construction industry and have a general understanding of the craft work being performed.
2. NCCER Core Curriculum and /or a High School diploma or equivalent is preferred.
3. Possess effective verbal and written communication skills.

Note: Job Description is subject to change at any time and may include other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

1. Work up to a 12-hour shift doing hard physical work in varying temperatures and outside conditions.
2. Will climb and maintain balance on steel/wood framework, stairs, ladders, and scaffolds.
3. Will lift, push, or pull objects up to 50lbs. on an occasional basis
4. Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis
5. Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures
6. May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis
7. May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis
8. Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to; steel toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hardhat, vest, etc.)
9. Move in and around confined, cluttered and uneven areas.

Safety Level

Safety-Sensitive

Note: Jobs with the Safety‑Sensitive designation are those that include tasks or duties that the employer reasonably believes could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task or others such as operating a vehicle, operating equipment, operating machinery or power tools, repairing/maintaining the operation of any vehicle/equipment, the handling/disposal/transport of hazardous materials, or the handling/treatment/disposal of potentially flammable/combustible materials.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: Sundt Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, color, age, disability, national origin, covered veteran status, or genetic information. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.