Job Description

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Ironworker Journey

Location: Pecos, TX

Type: Full time

General Information/Job Summary

Basic function

Responsible for laying out and fabricating structural steel and sheet metal in order to build metal structures. Welds and cuts steel, and interprets blueprints, The Welder is responsible for various types of weld preparation, welding and welds finishing operations to manufacture product to customer drawings, specifications, or other forms of instruction. They are responsible for knowing and following appropriate safety procedures in order to make safety checks and conduct safety meetings, and for coordinating with operating personnel regarding permits and clearances to initiate maintenance and repair activities.

NOTE: The examples of work for this position are for illustrative purposes only. A person in this position may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.

Responsibilities

• Build and install iron or steel girders, columns, and other construction materials to form buildings, bridges, and other structures.
• Repair older infrastructure.
• Make, weld, and cut structural metal in fabricating shops.
• Erect steel frames.
• Direct operation of cranes to move structural steel, reinforcing bars, and other materials onto and around the construction site.
• Connect steel columns, beams, and girders.
• Drill holes into steel for bolts.
• Number steel according to assembly instructions.
• Unload and stack steel.
• Attach cables to steel and then to the crane.
• Hoist steel into place in the framework.
• Position steel with connecting bars and spud wrenches.
• Work with drift pins to align the holes in the steel with the framework holes.
• Use plumb bobs, levels, and laser equipment to check alignment.
• Bolt or weld piece into place.
• Cut bars with metal shears and torches.
• Install stairs, handrails, or curtain walls.
• Make sure all pieces are fitted properly and complete repairs as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Four (4) years of experience in work involving a variety of layout, installation, and maintenance tasks
• Have a high school diploma or GED equivalent
• Possess valid drivers’ license with a good driving record

Safety Requirements

• On a continual basis, promotes an awareness of environmental, health and safety policies to ensure a safe working environment and ensures compliance with all accompany policies
• Ability to pass drug test as mandated by the Saulsbury Industries and Department of Transportation anti-drug program
• Must attend and successfully complete Saulsbury Industries safety training education

• Attends safety meetings and specialty training as directed by management
• Attends various training classes as may be assigned by management
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required
• Ability to take needed safety precautions in performing the work
• Knowledge of basic rigging safety practices.

Physical Requirements

• Manual and finger dexterity
• Eye-hand coordination
• Depth perception
• Ability to see things clearly that are beyond arm’s reach (far visual acuity)
• Ability to see small detail
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Ability to climb 30-foot ladders without resting
• Ability to maintain balance on catwalks and narrow work spaces
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to reach above head while sitting or standing
• Ability to reach below knees while standing
• Ability to stoop or kneel
• Ability to work 50 or more hours each week

Cognitive Requirements

• On a continual basis, promotes an awareness of environmental, health and safety policies to ensure a safe working environment and ensures compliance with all accompany policies.

• Ability to follow appropriate safety procedures in order to make safety checks and conducts safety meetings

• Reading comprehension skill to understand work orders, written instructions, technical manuals, safety procedures, and parts catalogs
• Mathematical skill to perform basic calculations
• Oral communication skills for routine and technical information exchange with coworkers, supervisors, or other personnel
• Skill in using hand signals
• Ability to evaluate work conditions and quality, and to make decisions regarding course of actions (decision making)
• Ability to communicate with others and to assimilate and understand information, in a manner consistent with the essential job functions

Temperament Attributes

• Interpersonal skills to cooperate with co-workers, supervisors, and members of other crafts
• Ability to work under time pressure
• Ability to respond quickly and calmly to emergency situations
• Ability to make sound decisions in a manner consistent with the essential job functions
• Ability to understand, remember, and carry out oral and written directions
• Ability to take needed safety precautions in performing the work
• Responds to request to work overtime when conditions warrant and directed by management

Work Environment

Employees in this position must be able to perform under the following conditions:

• Awkward or confining work spaces
• High places
• Out-of-door environment
• Noisy Environment
• Dirty Environment
• Air contamination (dust, fumes, etc.)

Saulsbury is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status.