Ironworker Journeyman Cert

Brown & Root Industrial Services; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Journeyman Steel Erector to join their dynamic team. This role involves raising and positioning structural steel members to create robust frameworks as part of a collaborative crew. Successful candidates will have a Journeyman Certification and experience in the field, demonstrating proficiency in rigging, welding, and safety compliance. With a commitment to career growth, this forward-thinking company offers competitive benefits and professional development opportunities. If you're ready to elevate your career in a supportive environment, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

401K plan with company match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Flexible work schedules

Professional training and development

Qualifications

• 3+ years of field experience in steel erection.
• Ability to read and interpret instructions and documents.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate hoisting equipment to position steel members.
• Ensure safety and alignment during steel erection.

Skills

Journeyman Certification

NCCER certifications

Rigging knowledge

Welding skills

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Oxyacetylene equipment

Hoisting equipment

Hand tools

Job description

Job Description: Journeyman Steel Erector

This position requires a Journeyman Certification, typically with 3 or more years of documented field experience in the chosen craft discipline. The candidate must be able to read and interpret instructions, document work, plan, and perform activities independently. NCCER certifications (written and/or practical) are required.

Summary

The role involves raising, placing, and uniting girders, columns, and other structural steel members to form completed structures or frameworks as part of a crew.

Responsibilities

1. Set up hoisting equipment and use basic rigging knowledge to raise and position structural steel members.
2. Fasten steel members to hoist cables using chains, cables, or ropes.
3. Signal hoisting equipment operators to lift and place steel members.
4. Guide members into position using tag lines.
5. Pull, push, or pry steel members into approximate position while supported by hoisting devices.
6. Secure members in final position using turnbuckles, crowbars, jacks, and hand tools.
7. Align bolt holes in steel members using drift pins or spud wrenches.
8. Verify vertical and horizontal alignment with plumb bobs and levels.
9. Perform cutting and welding of steel members using oxyacetylene equipment as needed.
10. Load, transport, unload materials, tools, and supplies.
11. Assist in lifting, positioning, and securing materials during installation.
12. Perform minor maintenance and cleaning of tools and equipment.
13. Adhere to all safety and project rules, including wearing personal safety equipment.
14. Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, with experience in the field or related area.
• Knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures within the field.
• Ability to follow instructions and pre-established guidelines.
• Work under immediate supervision; independent judgment is not typically exercised.
• Report to a supervisor or manager.

Physical Requirements

Physical demands include standing (60%), walking (20%), sitting (20%), lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs., pushing, pulling, climbing, balancing, reaching, handling, and fingering, with varying frequencies as indicated by symbols.

Benefits

Brown and Root offers competitive benefits including a 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending accounts, disability, paid time off, and flexible work schedules. We support career growth through professional training and development.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Brown & Root Industrial Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status, or other protected characteristics.