Ironworker / Structural Welder
Structural Technologies · Baton Rouge
STRUCTURAL integrates technology-driven solutions with specialty contracting services to improve, protect, and enhance the existing infrastructure of owners directly, and in partnership with designers and contractors. STRUCTURAL offers a wide range of specialty repair and maintenance services and is the largest concrete repair contractor in the United States, with roughly 2,500 employees working from locations nationwide and in select international markets. STRUCTURAL is the open-shop contracting business line of Structural Group.
STRUCTURAL is currently seeking skilled Ironworker / Structural Welders to join our construction team. The successful candidate will be responsible for erecting, installing, aligning, and welding structural steel components for industrial, commercial, and heavy construction projects. This position requires a strong commitment to safety, quality workmanship, and productivity in a fast-paced construction environment.
Responsibilities
- Fabricate, fit, and weld structural steel components as required.
- Erect structural steel, platforms, pipe racks, stair towers, handrails, and miscellaneous steel.
- Perform SMAW, and FCAW welding processes in accordance with project specifications and applicable codes.
- Rig, signal, and assist crane operations during steel erection activities.
- Align and bolt up structural steel members using templates, levels, and precision measuring tools.
- Install grating, ladders, handrails, supports, and other structural components.
- Inspect welds and connections to ensure quality and compliance with specifications.
- Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a safe and orderly condition.
- Follow all company safety procedures, permit requirements, and site-specific policies.
- Work collaboratively with supervisors, craft professionals, and project teams to meet project schedules.
Qualifications
Required
- High school diploma or GED.
- Minimum 2 years of experience as an Ironworker, Structural Welder, or related craft.
- Demonstrated experience in structural steel erection and welding.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and welding symbols.
- Knowledge of welding procedures and structural steel installation practices.
- Ability to work at elevated heights and in outdoor industrial environments.
- Ability to lift to 50 pounds and perform physically demanding work.
- Strong commitment to safety and quality.
- Pass Weld test
- Pre-employment drug testing
Preferred
- NCCER Ironworker certification.
- AWS D1.1 Structural Welding certification.
- NCCCO Signal Person and/or Rigger certification.
- OSHA Basic plus
- Experience in petrochemical, refinery, power, or industrial construction projects.
- Read and interpret structural drawings, blueprints, and erection
Work Environment
- Industrial construction sites, refineries, petrochemical facilities, and heavy industrial environments.
- Frequent climbing, kneeling, bending, lifting, and working at heights.
- Exposure to varying weather conditions and construction-site hazards.
- Overtime, weekends, and shift work may be required based on project needs.
Compensation & Benefits
- 36.00 an hour and 105.00 per day per diem for qualifying jobs
- Overtime opportunities.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Paid holidays and vacation.
STRUCTURAL is committed to a Safety 24/7 culture and offers competitive compensation and benefits including medical, dental insurance, 401(k), paid holidays & vacation, tuition reimbursement, career development and growth opportunities, and a caring work environment.
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