Master Structural Iron Fabricator

At Wood plc, we are seeking a highly skilled Master Structural Iron Fabricator to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals with a passion for ironworking and a strong background in structural fabrication.

We require a Journeyman experienced individual with 1-2 years of experience in this field, who has also worked as an apprentice/helper in a mechanical area such as Ironworker, Boilermaker, Pipefitter-Bolt Up, or Welding. The ideal candidate will possess excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

• Accurately interpret and apply information from work orders, job orders, specifications, blueprints, ISO's, or other drawings and recognize basic blueprint terms and symbols for job application.
• Identify, recognize, and demonstrate safe usage of power tools and hand tools appropriate for the job.
• Recognize various materials used in piping systems and demonstrate a working knowledge of appropriate material handling techniques.
• Select and safely use appropriate equipment, which may include manlifts, fork lifts, and company trucks.
• Demonstrate knowledge and skills in safe rigging practices.
• Identify, explain, and perform crane hand signals.
• Identify and recognize components of structural systems.
• Demonstrate the ability to accurately layout and fabricate structural iron.
• Demonstrate the ability to locate and mark reference points for structural components on foundation using master straightedge, square, transit, builder's levels, and measuring tape.
• Assemble structure or plates to be assembled on boiler frames, tanks, or structures, using plumb bobs, wedges, dogs, or turnbuckles.
• Demonstrate appropriate techniques in handling sections or structural parts to facilitate fitting edges together.
• Bolt or weld equipment sections using approved materials and procedures.

$85,000 - $110,000 per annum, depending on location and experience.

• 1-2 years of Journeyman experience in ironworking.
• At least 2-3 years as an apprentice/helper in one of the mechanical areas such as Ironworker, Boilermaker, Pipefitter-Bolt Up, or Welding.