Ironworker

SUMMARY
Mortenson is currently seeking an

Ironworker Journeyman

that will be responsible for marking, positioning, and securing structural steel members to reinforce concrete or building structures.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Set up, flag, and inspect a crane; inspect rigging properly
Run a site level; check in truck deliveries against bill of lading
Count bars and bundles of rebar, dobies, and wire mesh; direct forklift/crane to unload delivery truck
Shake out rebar, distribute/organize accordingly; use pliers to tie rebar intersections with tie wire
Splice mats or rebar sections together with short rebar dowels; cut excess rebar ends and miscellaneous pieces with gas cut saw or cutting torch
Install mechanical rebar splices by bolting or welding ends together; install caps on vertical rebar dowels for safety
Determine number, size, shape, and location of reinforcing rods from blueprints, sketches, or oral instructions; bend steel rods with hand tools or rod bending machine
Reinforce concrete with wire mesh; install prefabricated ornamental ironwork
Receive and offload all major components; install loose components for nacelle, hub, and tower preparation
Connect blades to hub; set base and tower sections; handle taglines
Assist with main erection crane assembly and teardown; climb ladders (average 80m)
Effectively work and build relationships with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels
All other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or GED
Minimum three (3) years of related experience
Must have passed the Apprentice Aptitude Test
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety regulations, operation and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; understand and apply basic mathematical skills (adding, subtracting, division, & multiplication)
Strong teamwork orientation; detail orientation; positive attitude and professional customer service skills; active listening skills and effective communication, including an openness to diverse input and feedback
Repetitive hand, arm, leg movements
Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling: up to 50 lbs.
Please note: this position description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position. The duties and responsibilities of this position may change without notice.

Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling over 50 lbs will be done with assistance of another team member or equipment.

The base pay range for this role

is

$51.85-$64.56

per hour. (Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL – 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR – 10%, Washington, D.C. – 12.5%).

Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity.

Please make note:
Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.

ABOUT MORTENSON
As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.

Let’s Redefine Possible®

Equal Employment Opportunity
Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.

Other Items to Note
Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations.

No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted

without a valid agreement.
Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.