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Burrow Global Fabrication is a leading structural steel fabrication facility dedicated to delivering precise, high-quality metalwork for commercial and industrial projects. Our team is committed to safety, craftsmanship, and timely project execution. We’re seeking a skilled Layout Ironworker / Layout Fitter to read structural steel drawings and perform accurate dimensional layouts ahead of the crew to support efficient field and shop operations.
Position Summary:
The Layout Ironworker / Layout Fitter will read and interpret structural steel drawings and perform precise dimensional layouts (e.g., bolt holes, weld plans, fit-up references) in advance of fabrication and erection. This hands-on role requires strong measurement discipline, alignment with project teams, and collaboration with shop and field crews to ensure everything fits as designed.
Key Responsibilities:
- Read, interpret, and extract critical dimensions from structural steel drawings, shop drawings, and fabrication specs.
- Perform precise layout work ahead of fabrication and assembly, including marking hole locations, plate boundaries, cut lines, and reference points.
- Verify dimensions and tolerances using precision measuring tools (e.g., tape, square, scribing tools, plumb bobs, laser/optical instruments as applicable).
- Translate drawings into accurate layouts on steel members, plates, angles, tees, channels, and built-up sections.
- Coordinate with project superintendents, foremen, and shop leads to align layout work with production schedules.
- Prepare templates, gages, and temporary fixtures as needed to ensure accurate fit-up and assembly.
- Maintain documentation of layouts, references, and any deviations; communicate changes promptly.
- Ensure adherence to safety procedures, PPE requirements, and site/shop safety policies.
- Participate in quality control checks and assist with punch lists and installation verification.
- Support field erection crews with layout information and assistance as required.
Qualifications:
- 3 years of experience as a Layout Ironworker, Layout Fitter, or related structural steel layout role.
- High school diploma or equivalent; trades apprenticeship, journeyman status, NCCER Ironworker Certification is desired.
- Proficiency reading and interpreting structural steel drawings (AISC/ASME standards a plus) and shop drawings.
- Strong measuring and layout accuracy; demonstrated ability to translate drawings into precise field marks.
- Experience with layout tools and equipment (calipers, tape measures, squares, scribing tools; laser/optical layout tools preferred).
- Knowledge of bolt holes, weld symbols, field welds, fit-up tolerances, and erection sequencing.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced shop and field environment; willingness to travel to job sites if required.
- Safety-conscious mindset with adherence to OSHA standards and company safety policies.
- Good communication skills and ability to collaborate with multiple teams.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to stand, bend, twist, and lift up to 50 lbs. climb ladders or scaffolding as needed.
- Manual dexterity for precise scribing and layout work.
- Ability to work in fabrication shop environment.