Ironworker Helper: Path to Journeyman Ironwork

Yates Construction; Mississippi; On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Yates Construction is hiring an Ironworker Helper in Mississippi to assist journeymen with routine ironwork tasks and layout, and to learn how to apply mathematical functions in the craft. You will work under supervision, use hand and power tools, and receive instruction on rigging procedures and safe practices.

The role requires reading blueprints, following detailed instructions, and complying with Yates safety protocols and PPE requirements on the project site.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and interpret instructions and documentation.
• Personal hand tools required for craft as established on the Yates Industrial Minimum Tool List.
• Successful completion of required Safety training such as Confined Space, LOTO, and Working at Heights.

Responsibilities

• Assists Journeyman by performing the simpler and more routine duties of the ironworker craft.
• Follow detailed instructions on new work assignments.
• Closely reviews work while tasks are being learned.
• Read blueprints and specifications to determine the scope, location, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
• Identify tools needed and safety risks, and follow precautions to eliminate hazards.
• Use basic tools; care for tools and operate hand electric and pneumatic tools.
• Demonstrate Yates Core Values and Principles and follow Code of Conduct.

Education

Thirty-six (36) + months of heavy industrial-related iron experience

Twenty-four (24) to thirty-five (35) months of heavy industrial-related iron experience

Twelve (12) to twenty-three (23) months of heavy industrial-related iron experience

Zero (0) to eleven (11) months of heavy industrial-related iron experience

Job description

Yates Construction is hiring an Ironworker Helper in Mississippi to assist journeymen with routine ironwork tasks and layout, and to learn how to apply mathematical functions in the craft. You will work under supervision, use hand and power tools, and receive instruction on rigging procedures and safe practices.

The role requires reading blueprints, following detailed instructions, and complying with Yates safety protocols and PPE requirements on the project site.