Ironworker/Rigger/Welder

Job DescriptionJob Description

Ironworker - Welder/Erector,

Job Responsibilities

• Safely position and unite steel girders, columns, and other structural members to form completed structures or structural frameworks.
• Read specifications and blueprints to determine the locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
• Set up hoisting equipment for raising and placing structural steel members. Hoist steel beams, girders, and columns into place using cranes, using hand signals and tag lines.
• Verify alignment and plumbing of steel structures and make corrections to erected structures as needed.
• Connect columns, beams, and girders with bolts following blueprints using various bolts, nuts, washers and torquing.
• Weld structural members with consistent quality and safe work practices by understanding and following layouts, blueprints, and work orders.
• Identify different types and preparation of materials used in structural welding.
• Understand proper care in handling materials.
• Identify and use various types of welding tools, wires, and machines.
• Troubleshoot by understanding blueprints, identifying issues, and taking corrective actions.
• Perform initial QA/QC checks on finished work to ensure conformance with specifications.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Must have a minimum of 3 years experience with layout, connecting and rigging.
• Minimum of three years of experience in structural welding.
• Must be able to: Pass an FCAW and SMAW Certification Test for structural welders consisting of 3/8" beveled plate with backing strip, horizontal, vertical, and overhead.
• Proficient in the use of cutting torch, plasma arcs, and cutting machines.
• The ability to pass non-destructive weld testing (i.e., X-ray, sonogram) is a plus.
• Ability to work at all heights is a must.
• Ability to read blueprints, interpret symbols and abbreviations on plans and drawings.
• Prior rigging experience to include knowledge of hand signals, rigging gear, inspection and proper use.
• NCCER certification is a plus.

Company DescriptionSTLHD Fab is a family driven start-up steel fabrication shop. We fabricate anything from fences to larger structural steel.Company DescriptionSTLHD Fab is a family driven start-up steel fabrication shop. We fabricate anything from fences to larger structural steel.

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