Structural Journeyman

Spirit Construction Services, Inc.; Utah; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A construction firm in the United States is seeking skilled personnel to interpret structural drawings and direct crane movements for steel components. Responsibilities include aligning and bolting steel frames, understanding rigging techniques, and ensuring the safety of operations. Candidates should have 1 to 3 years of relevant experience and be able to pass an SMAW exam. A safety-conscious mindset and ability to work in various environments are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• 1 – 3 years’ experience in structural steel work.
• Ability to pass an all position SMAW exam.
• Preferred power generating experience.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and act on structural drawings.
• Align and bolt structural steel members.
• Direct cranes for material movement.

Skills

Interpret structural drawings

Crane signaling procedures

Rigging techniques

Troubleshoot welding defects

Use of plumb bobs and laser alignment

Education

NCCER certification or related program

1 – 3 years of experience

Job description

Essential Functions

• Interpret structural drawings.
• Understand and perform crane Signaling procedures.
• Align and bolt structural steel members in position for permanent riveting, bolting, or welding into place per structural drawings.
• Understand and perform proper rigging techniques.
• Direct cranes to move structural steel components and other materials onto and around the construction site.
• Connect steel columns, beams, and girders with drift pins to align the holes in the steel with the framework holes.
• Drill and/or ream holes into steel for bolting.
• Number steel according to assembly instructions.
• Unload and safely stack steel on cribbing.
• Position steel with connecting bars and spud wrenches.
• Use plumb bobs, levels, and laser equipment to check alignment and elevations.
• Troubleshoot structures to identify and initiate repair of welding defects.
• Identify and repair damaged coatings during installation (painted and galvanized).

Education and Experience

• 1 – 3 years’ experience
• Must be able to pass an all position SMAW exam
• Power generating experience preferred
• NCCER certification or completion of a related program through an accredited technical school.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

• Must be able to climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, grasp, twist, and bend for extended periods of time.
• Use arms and hands to reach for, handle or manipulate objects.
• Must be able to work indoors and outdoors including times of inclement weather.
• Ability to climb in overhead structures, to work beneath machines and in close quarters performing analysis and repair work.
• Must be highly safety conscious and have ability to see and escape from dangerous situations.
• Ability to climb a ladder and step into various pieces of equipment.