Ironworker- Heavy Civil Construction

Overview

Ironworker
- Heavy Civil Construction role at Clarkson Construction Company

Clarkson Construction Company is a family-owned contractor founded in Kansas City, Missouri, in 1880. The company delivers infrastructure projects in the Midwest including highway construction, site development and grading, bridge construction, parking garage construction, concrete paving, and airfield paving with its own labor and equipment forces.

Position: Ironworker

Reports to: Foreman or Superintendent

Job Type: Full-time, Union

• Fabricate, position, and secure structural steel components in accordance with project specifications.
• Assemble and install steel frames, columns, beams, and girders to create structural support.
• Place and secure reinforcing steel bars within concrete forms to provide strength and stability to concrete structures.
• Read and interpret construction drawings to ensure accurate placement of reinforcing materials.
• Perform welding tasks using various techniques to join steel components securely.
• Use cutting torches and other tools to trim, shape, and modify steel components as needed.
• Operate hoisting and rigging equipment to lift and position heavy steel components.
• Ensure the proper use and maintenance of rigging equipment to guarantee safety and efficiency.
• Adhere to and promote safety protocols, ensuring a safe working environment for yourself and your team.
• Identify and report potential safety hazards, concerns, or incidents immediately.
• Communicate and work with team members to coordinate tasks and maintain a productive work environment.
• Regular and punctual attendance.

• Experience as an ironworker on heavy civil construction projects (preferred).
• Strong welding and cutting skills.
• Knowledge of rigging, hoisting and crane signaling, and related certifications, if applicable.
• OSHA 10 certification and valid certifications for welding and rigging, if applicable.
• Ability and willingness to work at heights and outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Ability to walk, stand, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, sit, climb, work in challenging environments and on uneven surfaces, and perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting heavy materials (up to 50 pounds).
• Ability to remain alert and see, hear, and respond to team members and the surrounding environment in highly safety sensitive working conditions and near large heavy civil equipment and/or live traffic.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent teamwork, communication skills and ability to follow instructions.
• Reliable transportation to and from construction sites.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe working environment for yourself and others.

Clarkson Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran or disabled status or any other legally recognized status entitled to protection under applicable federal, state, or local law.