Journeyman Ironworker: Level 4

Job Description

Job Description

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