Traveling Bridge Ironworker

Jobtailor; Springdale (MT); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an experienced Ironworker to install reinforcing steel for bridge-related structures and assist with structural steel erection on heavy civil projects. You will read plans, perform rigging, and collaborate with foremen to keep schedules and safety at the forefront.

Candidates should have 3+ years of field experience, knowledge of OSHA standards, and the ability to work at heights in varying weather. DOT and highway bridge projects experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 3+ years of experience as an Ironworker, Rodbuster, Structural Steel Erector, or Bridge Ironworker.
• Experience on bridge, transportation, or heavy civil construction projects preferred.
• Knowledge of reinforcing steel placement, structural steel erection, and rigging practices.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Install, place, and tie reinforcing steel for bridge decks, abutments, piers, retaining walls, and other structural elements.
• Assist with erection and installation of structural steel components, including girders, beams, diaphragms, and bridge hardware.
• Read and interpret plans, drawings, and layout information.
• Perform rigging and signaling during crane operations and steel placement.
• Assist with forming systems, falsework, and concrete placement operations.
• Operate hand tools, power tools, cutting equipment, and other construction equipment.
• Complete work safely in compliance with company, client, OSHA, and project-specific requirements.
• Collaborate with Foremen, Superintendents, Operators, and other craft personnel to maintain schedules and productivity goals.
• Inspect materials and completed work for quality standards.
• Assist with welding, bolting, and securing structural steel components when qualified.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a clean and safe condition.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Reading construction plans

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Cutting equipment

Construction equipment

Aerial lifts

Telehandlers

Job description

• Install, place, and tie reinforcing steel for bridge decks, abutments, piers, retaining walls, and other structural elements
• Assist with erection and installation of structural steel components, including girders, beams, diaphragms, and bridge hardware
• Read and interpret plans, drawings, and layout information
• Perform rigging and signaling during crane operations and steel placement
• Assist with forming systems, falsework, and concrete placement operations
• Operate hand tools, power tools, cutting equipment, and other construction equipment
• Complete work safely in compliance with company, client, OSHA, and project-specific requirements
• Collaborate with Foremen, Superintendents, Operators, and other craft personnel to maintain schedules and productivity goals
• Inspect materials and completed work for quality standards
• Assist with welding, bolting, and securing structural steel components when qualified
• Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a clean and safe condition
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• 3+ years of experience as an Ironworker, Rodbuster, Structural Steel Erector, or Bridge Ironworker
• Experience on bridge, transportation, or heavy civil construction projects preferred
• Knowledge of reinforcing steel placement, structural steel erection, and rigging practices
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications
• Ability to work at heights and in varying weather conditions
• Understanding of OSHA safety regulations and safe work practices
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting, climbing, kneeling, and standing for extended periods
• Valid driver's license preferred
• Bridge deck construction experience
• Rebar installation and rod busting experience
• Structural steel erection experience
• Welding and cutting experience
• Rigging and signaling experience
• Pile driving operations experience
• DOT and highway bridge project experience
• Experience operating aerial lifts, telehandlers, and other support equipment
• NCCCO Rigging or Signal Person certification preferred
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification preferred

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in reinforcing steel placement, structural steel erection, and rigging practices, with a strong focus on safety compliance and teamwork in heavy civil construction projects.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Reinforcing Steel Placement
• Structural Steel Erection
• Rigging Practices
• OSHA Safety Regulations
• Bridge Deck Construction Experience

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Welding Experience
• Cutting Experience
• Rebar Installation
• Rod Busting
• Pile Driving Operations
• Reading Construction Plans
• Operating Aerial Lifts
• Operating Telehandlers

Soft Skills

• Strong Communication Skills
• Teamwork Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

• NCCCO Rigging Certification
• OSHA 10 Certification
• OSHA 30 Certification

Industry Keywords

• Bridge Construction
• Heavy Civil Construction
• Transportation Projects
• DOT Compliance
• Highway Bridge Projects

Tools & Technologies

• Hand Tools
• Power Tools
• Cutting Equipment
• Construction Equipment