Overview

Wanted – Industrial Journeyman Iron Worker min $35/hr starting wage

This position will fabricate, construct and join scaffolding, structural steel buildings, bridges, ornamental ironwork, and pre-cast structures.

They erect structural steel components, reinforcing steel, post-tension tendons, install conveyors and robotic equipment, and sometimes perform reconstructive work on existing structures.

May include the following responsibilities:

  • Read blueprints and specifications to lay out the work
  • Unload and stack steel units so each piece can be hoisted as needed
  • Erect and install scaffolding, construction cranes, derricks and other hoisting equipment
  • Assemble rigging (cables, pulleys, hooks) to move heavy equipment and materials
  • Attach cables from a crane or derrick and direct crane operators with hand signals or radios
  • Position steel units align holes and insert temporary bolts
  • Check the alignments and join steel parts by bolting or tack welding them with an electric arc process
  • Assemble and erect pre-fabricated metal structures
  • Select, cut, bend, position, and secure steel bars or wire mesh in concrete forms to reinforce the concrete
  • Install ornamental and other structural metalwork such as curtain walls, metal stairways, railings and power doors
  • Unload and install pre-cast components Where possible, please include/attach proof of minimum requirements with resume application. Conditions of Employment for this position are

Minimum Certification Requirements

  • Journeyman Certification and/or Interprovincial Red Seal
  • Construction Safety Training System (CSTS) Certification required.
  • H2S Alive Certification required. Preferred Qualifications
  • Fall Arrest / Fall protection Certification.
  • AWP – Aerial Work Platform Certification.
  • First Aid – Standard Level C Certification.
  • Red Seal preferred or required by provincial regulations and standards.

Desired Skills & Experience

  • Minimum of five (5) years of construction experience.
  • Hands-on experience in erecting pre-engineered, structural and miscellaneous steel
  • Communicate well with site superintendents, project managers, and owners.
  • Good with heights and sense of balance
  • Great communication and problem-solving skills
  • Rigging and connecting experience.
  • Ability to operate scissor lifts, boom lifts, and forklifts.
  • Reliable transportation and valid BC Driver’s License is a must.
  • All tickets must be current.

14/7 shift, Fly In/Out Camp Accommodations

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $35.00-$45.00 per hour

Schedule:

  • 10 hour shift
  • Overtime
  • Weekend availability

Experience:

  • Welding: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

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