Structural Ironworker - Memphis, TN

MECO LLC; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

MECO Group seeks experienced structural ironworkers for a Memphis-area data center project already underway. You will erect and connect conventional structural steel, unload, stage, bolt, plumb, align and inspect components while working around cranes and equipment.

Must be able to start immediately and follow site safety plans. Responsibilities include reading drawings, performing bolting and alignment tasks, and adhering to MECO quality procedures.

Qualifications

• Two years of structural ironwork or conventional steel-erection experience preferred.
• Ability to read structural drawings and identify members, bolt types, and erection sequencing.
• Knowledge of AISC requirements and fall protection procedures.

Responsibilities

• Read drawings and erection plans; perform bolting, alignment and connection tasks.
• Operate around cranes and mobile equipment with proper signaling and safety.
• Complete inspections, time records, and safety documentation accurately.

Skills

Ironworker experience

Structural erection

Tools

Spud wrench

Rigging gear

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

MECO Group isseeking experienced structural ironworkers for a Memphis-area data centerproject already underway. We are expanding our field crew and looking for dependable workers experienced in structural steel erection and installation. This position erects and connects conventionalstructural steel and performs unloading, staging, connecting, bolting,plumbing, and alignment while working around cranes and mobile equipment and atelevation. MUST be able to start immediately.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Readstructural drawings, erection plans, detail sheets, connection details, andbolt schedules.

• Perform assigned erection, alignment,connecting, and bolting work in accordance with approved erection drawings,project specifications, applicable American Institute of Steel Construction(AISC) requirements, and MECO quality procedures. Report discrepancies andnonconforming work promptly to the foreman; do not make unauthorized fieldmodifications.
• Unload,shake out, stage, connect, bolt, plumb, align, and secure structural-steelmembers.
• Performbolt-up work with spud wrenches, sleever bars, bull or drift pins, levels, andapproved impact equipment.
• Performbasic rigging and signaling; inspect slings and hardware and comply withdesignated lift plans and signal-person requirements.
• Workfrom aerial lifts, ladders, scaffolds, and structural members while maintainingrequired fall protection.
• Operateforklifts, telehandlers, or aerial lifts only after MECO training, evaluation,and authorization.
• Participatein daily pre-task planning and comply with the site-specific safety plan,fall-protection requirements, controlled-access areas, and all superintendentor foreman instructions.
• Inspectpersonal tools and assigned equipment before use; immediately remove defectiveitems from service and report unsafe conditions.
• Completerequired inspections, job hazard analyses, time records, and safetydocumentation accurately and on time.
• Maintaindependable attendance and productivity and work cooperatively with the foreman,crane operator, safety personnel, and other trades.
• Immediatelyreport injuries, property damage, near misses, and suspected impairment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Two years of documented structural ironworkor conventional steel-erection experience preferred.
• Ability to read structural drawings and identifymembers, connection details, bolt types, and erection sequencing.
• Working knowledge of AISC requirements applicable to assigned structural steel erection duties, including the AISC Code of Standard Practice as adopted by the project.
• Working knowledge of fall protection, rigging, handsignals, struck-by hazards, dropped-object prevention, and controlled-accessareas.
• Ability to work safely at elevation and around cranesand suspended loads.
• Reliable transportation to the assigned project and consistent punctual attendance. Ability to travel when required by the written assignment.
• Ability to satisfy lawful background-screening, pre-employment screening and continuing drug-testing requirements under MECO policy and applicable project requirements.

PHYSICAL AND WORK REQUIREMENTS

• Frequently stand, walk, climb, balance, bend, kneel,reach, grip, and work outdoors and at elevation.
• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds independently and moveheavier materials with team lifting or mechanical assistance.
• Work around cranes, suspended loads, weldingoperations, noise, sparks, sharp edges, mobile equipment, and uneven surfaces.
• Perform the essential functions safely, with orwithout reasonable accommodation, while wearing required PPE.

EMPLOYEE PROVIDED TOOLS AND CLOTHING

• Non-specialty safety-toe work boots and durable workclothing suitable for outdoor steel erection.
• Tool belt or bolt bag, tape measure, spudwrench or wrenches, adjustable wrench, bull or drift pin, sleever bar, torpedolevel, chalk or soapstone, pliers, hammer, and customary personal hand tools.
• Personal tools must be serviceable and comply withsite rules, including tethering when required.

MECO PROVIDED EQUIPMENT

• MECO supplies or coordinates access to cranes, lifts, forklifts, rigging, large impactequipment, designated power tools, and PPE required by OSHA or thesite-specific safety plan.
• MECO prefers experienced ironworkers who possess their own professional-grade personal fall-protection equipment appropriate for structural steel erection. Employee-owned fall-protection equipment may be used only after inspection and approval by MECO Safety to ensure the equipment is appropriate, compatible, properly maintained, and compliant with applicable safety requirements. MECO will provide required fall-protection equipment when necessary and as required by applicable law and Company policy.

COMPENSATION AND EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS

• Starting pay: $30.00 to $35.00 per hour, based ondemonstrated connecting, bolt-up, rigging, drawing-reading, equipment, andsteel-erection experience.
• Weekly pay.
• This is a nonexempt position. Overtime is paid inaccordance with applicable law.
• Work schedule, shift assignment, anticipated project duration, and any applicable shift differential will be confirmed before assignment.
• Eligibility for per diem, mileage reimbursement, paid travel time, and lodging arrangements will be explained in the written project assignment and administered under MECO policy and applicable law.
• Employment is contingent on completion of required onboarding, verification of employment eligibility, and satisfaction of lawful background screening, and the project drug-testing requirements.

MECO Group is an equal opportunity employer.Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified applicants and employees.