Ironworker/ Field Foreman

McCarthy Fabrication; Sanford (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Opportunities for growth

Job summary

A fabrication company in Florida is seeking an experienced Ironworker Foreman to oversee field installation and fabrication of structural and ornamental steel. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, 3-5 years of field experience, and expertise in installing stairs, handrails, and roof access ladders. Benefits include PTO and health insurance, along with opportunities for professional growth within the company. Ideal for individuals who prioritize safety and communication.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of field experience.
• Experience running a crew of field welders/ironworkers.
• 3g&4g certified in stick welding or ability to pass recertification test.
• Experience installing stairs, landings, handrails, and roof access ladders.
• Ability to lift 80 pounds comfortably.

Responsibilities

• Lead a small team of workers efficiently.
• Fabricate from blueprints and take accurate field measurements.
• Communicate with site superintendents, homeowners, and customers.
• Work at varying heights and in confined spaces.

Skills

Leadership

Attention to detail

Field installation experience

Communication skills

Problem solving

Tools

Stick welding certification

Ability to read blueprints

Smartphone for business use

Job description

Overview

Experienced Ironworker Foreman. McCarthy Fabrication, LLC is located in Sanford, Florida, and is seeking a Full-time field Foreman/Installer/fabricator. We are looking for a Foreman with strong leadership and excellent attention to detail, extensive knowledge and experience with field installation and fabrication of structural and ornamental steel. Work will include RTU curb installation, handrail installation, installing/fabricating stairs, landings, roof access ladders, and gates. Our mobile work will take you all over the state from Jacksonville to Miami with the vast majority of work being done in the Central Florida area. Occasionally, projects will require overnight stays. Individuals that are professional with good communication, take pride in their work, and have good safety practices are encouraged to apply.

Job Requirements

• 3-5 Years of field experience.
• Experience running a crew of field welders/ironworkers
• References
• 3g&4g certified in stick welding or have been certified in the past with the ability to pass a test to recertify.
• Ability to fabricate from blueprints.
• Must have experience in installing stairs, landings, handrails, and roof access ladders.
• Clean driving record.
• Clean background check.
• Ability to think on your feet and problem solve.
• Ability to politely communicate with site superintendents, homeowners, and other customers.
• Ability to lead a small team of workers efficiently.
• Ability to read blueprints and other engineered drawings.
• Ability to work at a variety of heights and in confined spaces.
• Ability to take accurate field measurements on-site for CAD draftsmen.
• Ability to follow both written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to use a smartphone for business purposes (all time tracking and job assignments are done via apps).
• Ability to work without supervision.
• Ability to comfortably/safely lift 80 pounds.
• Ability to haul and reverse with a loaded-down trailer.
• Ability to keep track of and submit receipts every day.
• Experience with aluminum and stainless is a must.

Bonus Skills

• Ability to work cleanly with concrete and epoxy
• Ability to spool gun or tig weld aluminum in field
• Painting experience.
• 6g welding certs.
• Experience working inside of elevator shafts.

Benefits

• PTO
• health/dental/vision insurance.
• We are a small company (18 employees) with lots of room to grow, so if you are looking for a place to stay long term and grow with the company, we are the right place for you.