Ironworker Helper 1 - Night Shift

Tic Inc; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

TIC_Craft in Abilene, TX is seeking an entry-level helper to support skilled craftspeople on steel fabrication and rigging tasks. You will learn to read blueprints, assist with cutting, welding, and assembly, and help position structural members under supervision.

Expect to work outdoors, climb and work at heights, and comply with all safety protocols while supporting the crew on various projects.

Qualifications

• Must have or be able to obtain a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions with supervision.
• Field experience in chosen craft discipline and safe tool use.

Responsibilities

• Read specifications or blueprints to determine material needs and quantities.
• Assist in fabricating metal parts per blueprints or supervisor instructions.
• Assist with unloading and positioning prefabricated steel units and hoisting operations.
• Learn to verify alignment of structural steel members using plumb bobs, laser equipment, or levels.
• Cut, bend, or weld steel pieces using appropriate tools and equipment.
• Assemble hoisting equipment or rigging to move heavy equipment or materials.

Skills

Communication skills

Instruction following

Field experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Layout tools

Job description

Position Summary

Assist skilled craftsperson(s) by performing supportive duties as directed and will work under immediate supervision. The level and degree of job responsibilities and requirements vary depending on months of experience and assigned job step.

Experience Level

Entry

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

• Learn to read specifications or blueprints to determine the locations, quantities, or sizes of material required.
• Assist skilled craftsmanf to fabricate metal parts, such as steel frames, columns, beams, or girders, according to blueprints or instructions from supervisors.
• Assist with unloading and positioning prefabricated steel units for hoisting; hoists steel beams, girders, or columns into place, using cranes or signaling hoisting equipment operators to lift and position structural steel members.
• Learn to verify 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.
• Assemble hoisting equipment or riggings, such as cables, pulleys, or hooks, to move heavy equipment or materials.

Qualifications

• May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area.
• Must possess knowledge skills and abilities for position
• Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management/supervision
• Field experience in chosen craft discipline
• Knowledge of the safe and efficient use of hand tools, power tools and layout tools.

Work Setting & Job Requirements

• Able to meet all physical requirements.
• Must have all required tools
• Expected to climb and work at heights and in confined spaces (may exceed 200 ft)
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Able to work overtime, nights, and weekends as required by the workload
• Observe and comply with all safety and project rules. Performs other duties as required.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Company: TIC_Craft