Ironworker Helper Level 3 (top helper)

Thompson Construction Group; Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k)

Wellness programs

Career development

Job summary

A prominent construction firm in South Carolina seeks a skilled worker to assist in raising and connecting structural steel frameworks. The role requires physical strength and safety awareness to perform tasks such as setting up hoisting equipment and ensuring proper alignment of steel members. Ideal candidates should have some experience in construction, be able to work at heights, and demonstrate a commitment to maintaining a safe work environment. Competitive compensation and benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Preferred 24 to 36 months’ experience working in the construction field.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds, climb, bend, twist, stand and reach repetitively.
• Work in hot/cold/damp/cramped environments.
• Background check and drug screen may apply
• Perform duties safely, following project rules

Responsibilities

• Set up hoisting equipment for raising and placing structural steel members.
• Fasten steel members to hoist using chain, cable, or rope.
• Align bolt holes in member with corresponding holes in previously placed member.
• Guide member using tag line to position it accurately.
• Pull, push, or pry steel members into position on hoist.
• Use turnbuckles, crowbars, jacks and hand tools to finish alignment.
• Align bolt holes by driving drift pins through holes.
• Verify vertical and horizontal alignments with plumb and level.
• Bolt members to hold position for bolting or welding.
• Cut and weld steel members to make alterations.
• Observe and comply with safety and project rules.
• Maintain a clean and tidy work area.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Construction experience

Ability to work at heights

Safety awareness

Hoisting coordination

Physical stamina

Tools

Hoisting equipment

Crowbars

Welding equipment

Hand tools

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

• Preferred 24 to 36 months’ experience working in the construction field
• 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
• 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

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

Accessibility & Equal Opportunity

Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact Human Resources at Phone: [phone] Email: [e-mail]

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.