Ironworker Helper - Morgan City, LA

GrayWolf; Morgan City (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Graywolf Integrated Construction Company seeks an Ironworker Helper for our Morgan City, LA project site. The helper supports journeymen by performing tasks such as erecting, repairing, and maintaining equipment, and assisting with janitorial and site duties.

Applicants should have at least 6 months of helper-level construction experience and be prepared for pre-hire requirements. The role involves outdoor work, lifting, and climbing structures on a 12-hour shift when required.

Qualifications

• At least 6-months experience as a Helper level construction worker.
• Must be able to successfully complete all required pre-hire requirements.

Responsibilities

• Safety – work safely around the hazards associated with the Construction field.
• Tools – use hand, electric, pneumatic and hydraulic tools and in a safe manner.
• Construction Math - Demonstrates a basic level of competency in construction math as required in trade practice.
• Rigging Equipment – Safely and competently identify and use basic rigging procedures and equipment including chain hoists, come-alongs, jacks and tuggers.
• Dig, spread and level dirt and gravel using a pick and shovel.
• Lift, carry and hold building materials and supplies.

Skills

Safety awareness

Tool use

Construction math

Job description

Graywolf is seeking Ironworker Helpers at our Morgan City, LA project site

Graywolf is a heavy industrial/commercial construction contractor that provides end-to-end solutions from design, fabrication, construction, and facility management with a footprint that is nationwide. With more than 45-years of experience in the industry, we have strong leadership and support teams who understand field servant leadership is the key to our success. We are continually BUILDING new talent while developing our current talent. As our assignments vary in duration and locations, we provide a safe and ethical environment and offer a competitive wage and benefit program. We strive to be the best contractor with demonstrating a culture of Safety, Quality and Performance to deliver the best completed projects to our customers.

Summary:

A helper assists journeyman level craft by performing support tasks on construction projects such as erecting, wrecking, repairing, maintaining equipment and performing janitorial functions.

Essential Duties:

• Safety – work safely around the hazards associated with the Construction field.
• Tools – use hand, electric, pneumatic and hydraulic tools and in a safe manner.
• Construction Math - Demonstrates a basic level of competency in construction math as required in trade practice.
• Rigging Equipment – Safely and competently identify and use basic rigging procedures and equipment including chain hoists, come-alongs, jacks and tuggers.
• Dig, spread and level dirt and gravel using a pick and shovel.
• Lift, carry and hold building materials and supplies .

Qualifications:

• At least 6-months experience as a Helper level construction worker
• Must be able to successfully complete all required pre-hire requirements.

Physical/Site Requirements:

• Lift and carry heavy items weighing up to 45 pounds.
• Move in and around confined and cluttered places, and uneven areas. Full range of motion and flexibility consistent with age.
• Work up to a 12-hour shift in varying temperature extremes and other outside conditions.
• Climb and maintain balance on steel framework, stairs, ladders, and scaffolds.
• Work at heights with fall protection, work from manlifts, baskets, JLG’s etc.
• PPE footwear/prescription safety glasses or eye shields required.

Graywolf Integrated Construction Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.