Ironworker Helper 2

TIC; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

TIC in Abilene, TX is seeking entry-level helpers to assist skilled craftsmen in fabricating metal components and supporting site operations. You will learn to read specifications, use hand tools and assist with hoisting equipment under supervision.

The role requires physical fitness, ability to work outdoors in all weather, and willingness to work overtime, nights, or weekends. Training and safety are emphasized in a team-focused environment with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Read specifications or blueprints to determine material needs.
• Assist skilled craftsman to fabricate metal parts per instructions.
• Assist with unloading and positioning prefabricated steel units using cranes or signaling.
• Verify alignment of steel members using plumb bobs/laser/levels.
• Cut, bend or weld steel pieces using tools; assemble hoisting equipment.

Responsibilities

• Learn to read specifications or blueprints to determine locations, quantities, or sizes of material required.
• Assist with fabricating metal parts according to blueprints or supervisor instructions.
• Assist with unloading and positioning steel units for hoisting; operate hoists under supervision.
• Verify vertical/horizontal alignment of structural steel members.
• Assist with assembly and operation of hoisting equipment and safety procedures.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Communication

Manual dexterity

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

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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.

About TIC

TIC – The Industrial Company is a leading industrial, power, marine and heavy civil contractor that builds some of the most complex projects across North America. As an employee-owned company, TIC is truly Powered by People. Our culture, focused on safety and people development, offers employees exciting, challenging and rewarding careers. Our services are diverse — and with our unique network of decentralized offices, backed by a multi-billion-dollar organization — we have the availability to tackle projects of any size within the energy marketplace. We offer more than a paycheck. In addition to competitive wages, employees receive access to award-winning training, paid time off (PTO) and full benefit packages— including health, dental and vision insurance and 401(k) retirement savings, complete with a company match program. We reward employees based on their performance and offer many opportunities for advancement.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Few contractors can build what TIC builds, the way TIC builds it. We only hire the best — and our family mentality will drive you to continue to be the best

Whether it’s cement for our sidewalks and driveways; aluminum for our automobiles; wood pellets for our grills; paper plates for our picnics; food for our pets or the beverages we consume with our friends, our longstanding work in the industrial market touches the tiny details in our daily lives.