Ironworker​/Structural Welder

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Field Infra. Full Time Technical Deer Park, TX, US

3 days ago Requisition

Summary

The Ironworker / Structural Welder is responsible for erecting, installing, aligning, connecting, and welding structural steel components for industrial, commercial, and construction projects. This position performs structural steel erection, rigging, fitting, and welding activities while ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project specifications, applicable codes, and company standards. The ideal candidate has experience working with structural steel, blueprints, welding procedures, and elevated work environments.

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience as an Ironworker, Structural Welder, or related craft professional in industrial, petrochemical, refinery, commercial, or construction environments.
• Demonstrated experience in structural steel erection and structural welding.
• Ability to pass a company-approved structural welding test.
• Current welding certifications preferred.
• Experience working at elevated heights and utilizing fall protection equipment.
• Valid driver's license preferred.
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening and background check, if required.
• Current Basic Plus, TWIC Card, and site-specific credentials as required by the customer.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of structural steel erection and fabrication practices.
• Ability to perform structural welding in accordance with approved welding procedures.
• Proficiency in reading blueprints, welding symbols, and construction drawings.
• Knowledge of rigging practices, load handling, and crane signaling.
• Ability to safely use welding, cutting, grinding, and fabrication equipment.
• Familiarity with structural steel installation, alignment, and connection methods.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety regulations and fall protection requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to identify and resolve field installation issues.

Essential Functions

• Erect, align, install, and secure structural steel, columns, beams, pipe racks, trusses, supports, platforms, handrails, stairways, and miscellaneous steel.
• Read and interpret blueprints, structural drawings, welding symbols, and project specifications.
• Perform structural welding using SMAW (Stick), FCAW (Flux Core), MIG, and other approved welding processes as required.
• Fit, tack, and weld structural steel components in accordance with applicable welding procedures and quality requirements.
• Inspect welds for quality and compliance with project specifications.
• Perform layout, measuring, cutting, fitting, burning, and fabrication of steel components.
• Operate grinders, cutting torches, magnetic drills, and other fabrication equipment.
• Perform rigging duties and safely move materials using chokers, slings, chains, and other rigging equipment.
• Signal crane operators during lifting and placement of structural steel members.
• Install anchor bolts, support systems, grating, decking, ladders, and handrails.
• Verify proper alignment, plumbness, and elevation of structural steel during installation.
• Perform field modifications and…