What are the responsibilities and job description for the Journeyman Ironworker: Level 4 position at Steinberger Construction?
Job Title: Journeyman Ironworker: Level 4
Location: Logansport / Lafayette, Indiana
Position Type: Full-Time / Year-Round
Wage: Up to $35/hr
Job Summary:
We are seeking dependable and experienced Journeyman Ironworkers to join our Team to support onsite construction. This position involves assembling and erecting pre-engineered and structural steel buildings in industrial settings such as manufacturing facilities, warehouses and processing plants. The ideal candidate for this position has a strong foundation in steel erection, safety compliance and journeyman-level trade skills.
Proficiencies:
Level 4 Journeymen Ironworkers must be proficient in the items below.
- Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 Ironworker Proficiencies
- Roof Curbs
- Temp Bracing
- Racking – Squaring / Plumbing / Detailing
- Material Delivery and Inventory
- Building Shake out and Staging
- Understanding Weld Symbols
- Knowledge of Steel Shapes
- Calculating Weights and Crane Loads
- Drafting Pick Plans
Key Responsibilities:
- Read and interpret industrial blueprints, erection drawings and specifications to determine layout and installation sequence.
- Erect and align structural steel frameworks, including columns, rafters, beams, girders and cross-bracing.
- Bolt, weld or rivet steel components using appropriate tools and techniques.
- Install metal wall panels, insulated roof systems, purlins, girts and sheeting for pre-engineered metal buildings (PEMBs)
- Work with cranes, aerial lifts, rigging gear and other heavy equipment to position steel safely and accurately.
- Perform layout work using transits, lasers and levels to ensure alignment.
- Work at heights using a harness/lanyard and fall protection equipment.
- Collaborate with riggers and heavy equipment operators during complex installations.
- Troubleshoot issues during erection and adapt to site-specific conditions and challenges.
- Maintain a clean and safe job site by following OSHA, SCI and client specific safety regulations and policies.
- Ability to read and understand signage, safety notices, SDS, product warnings and directions, etc.
- Able to choose and use proper PPE
Position Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Valid driver’s license
- Reliable transportation
- Ability to travel to jobsite, up to one hour
- Punctuality
- Strong work ethic and attention to detail
- Ability to work in a physically demanding environment, including various weather conditions
- Familiarity with power tools and machinery is a plus
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to stand, squat, climb, bend, kneel, stoop, walk, push, pull, crouch and crawl for long periods of time
- Ability to climb ladders and scaffolding
- Work at heights (in lifts and on roofs)
- Don and wear a harness and lanyard
- Work while stooping over
- Work on hands and knees
- Stand for extended periods
- Walk for extended periods
- Have dexterity to operate hand and power tools and handle materials
- Work with arms overhead
- Ability to wear a respirator (to be fit tested by employer)
- Ability to lift 50 pounds on a regular basis
Working Conditions:
- Indoor / outdoor construction environments
- Exposure to loud noise, high elevations, extreme temperatures, and hazardous materials
- May involve heights, confined spaces and heavy equipment
- SCI and client specific PPE (personal protective equipment) required
