Ironwork Foreman

About Hilton Mechanical

We are a growing mechanical contractor specializing in industrial piping, skid fabrication, and equipment installation. Our team works on a mix of shop-built systems and field projects, giving employees exposure to a variety of hands‑on work. We invest in training and always give our employees the opportunity to expand into new areas of the trade.

We’re looking for an Ironwork Foremanwho can manage a field crew while still putting their hands on the work. You’ll be responsible for daily production, crew direction, and keeping the job moving safely and on schedule.

You will be based out of our Alpharetta and Gainesville Shops, but travel to active construction jobsites will be needed.

Candidates must be willing to travel to locations as needed.

Schedule:

40-60 hrs/week, possible weekends

Pay Range: $35/hr - $42/hr

• Direct a crew of ironworkers and helpers on structural steel and miscellaneous metals scope
• Read and work from structural drawings, erection plans, and shop drawings
• Lay out, fit, and erect structural steel — columns, beams, connection plates, bracing, and embed plates
• Coordinate lifts with crane operators and riggers; plan and execute safely
• Weld structural connections per WPS and project specifications (SMAW, FCAW)
• Coordinate daily with the superintendent and GC on sequencing, access, and schedule
• Enforce PPE, cleanliness, and jobsite safety compliance
• Track crew hours, maintain production logs, and communicate material and manpower needs
• Mentor and develop journeymen and apprentice ironworkers

• 5+ years of ironworker field experience in structural steel erection or heavy industrial work

• 2+ years in a foreman or lead role directing a crew

• Proficient reading structural drawings and erection plans

• Qualified to rig, signal, and direct crane picks;
  
  Rigging and signal person certification

• Competent welder in SMAW and FCAW structural processes

• Journeyman Ironworker card

• Experience on commercial or industrial construction projects

• AWS D1.1 structural weld qualification

• Experience working alongside mechanical and piping scopes

• Valid Georgia driver’s license with a clean driving record and reliable transportation and ability to travel

• Pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check

• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30

• Forklift, scissor lift, fall protection, or boom lift certifications

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience and qualifications

• Consistent overtime opportunities

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

• Paid holidays and PTO

• 401(k)

• Select company provided tools

• Steady work with a growing company

• Opportunities to cross-train into plastic fusion and pipe welding/fitting roles