Second Shift Iron Worker: Structural Steel & Welding

waynecountygovernment; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Charter County of Wayne is seeking an Iron Worker for a second shift position in Detroit. The role involves raising, placing, and uniting iron or steel girders to form structural frameworks, and erecting metal buildings.

You will read blueprints, verify alignments, and supervise apprentices on a dynamic, hands-on crew. Requirements include a High School Diploma or equivalent, a Bricklayer Journeyman License, and 3–5 years of Bricklayer Journeyman experience with background checks.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Possession of Bricklayer Journeyman License.
• Background checks required; 3–5 years Bricklayer Journeyman experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, schedule, train and assign work to Iron Worker Apprentices.
• Read blueprints to determine locations, quantities, or sizes of materials.
• Inspect and repair steel, aluminum, and metal equipment stairs, doors, ramps, and ladders.
• Assemble boilers using hand tools, power tools, or welding equipment.
• Erect and maintain steel doors, roll up and overhead doors, and structures.
• Verify alignment of structural members using plumb bobs, lasers, or levels.
• Dismantle structures or equipment as needed.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Iron work

Team leadership

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bricklayer Journeyman License

Valid Driver's License

Tools

Welding equipment

Blueprints

Job description

The Charter County of Wayne is seeking an Iron Worker for a second shift position in Detroit. The role involves raising, placing, and uniting iron or steel girders to form structural frameworks, and erecting metal buildings.

You will read blueprints, verify alignments, and supervise apprentices on a dynamic, hands-on crew. Requirements include a High School Diploma or equivalent, a Bricklayer Journeyman License, and 3–5 years of Bricklayer Journeyman experience with background checks.