Job Summary: Ironworkers Local 5 seeks skilled Journeyman Ironworkers, welders, riggers & apprentices to support commercial infrastructure throughout the region. Local 5 offers competitive wages, health benefits, pension, training and career advancement opportunities through our nationally recognized apprenticeship and training program.
Key Responsibilities
- Erect and connect structural steel, columns, beams, girders, trusses, and decking.
- Install reinforcing steel (rebar) and post-tensioning systems according to project specifications.
- Bolt, weld, or secure steel members using appropriate tools and equipment.
- Rig, signal, and assist cranes during steel erection operations.
- Install metal stairs, handrails, catwalks, miscellaneous metals, and ornamental iron.
Qualifications
- Welding certifications (AWS) are a plus but not required.
- Current OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification preferred.
- Valid driver's license and work authorization
- Reliable transportation preferred.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, welding, and cutting equipment.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly, work at heights.
- Ability to pass any required pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background checks consistent with applicable laws
Compensation & Benefits
- Starting Journeyman Wages: $40.90/hour; annual raises applicable
- Leadership opportunities and pay available.
- Benefits Package: $27.80/hour
- Employer-paid health, dental, and vision benefits (per union agreement).
- Pension and annuity contributions.
- Apprenticeship and ongoing training opportunities, at no cost.
- Overtime opportunities when available.
Equal Employment Opportunity
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.
Pay: $40.90 - $45.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Application Question(s):
- Are you able to pass a pre-employment drug screen if required?
Experience:
- Ironworking : 5 years (Preferred)
- CPR/First Aid: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- OSHA 10 (Preferred)
- OSHA 30 (Preferred)
- AWS Accredited Welding Certification (Preferred)
- CDL A (Preferred)
- transporation to travel within the Local 5 Jurisdiction? (Preferred)
- experience Welding in the Field? (Preferred)
- experience Rigging & Signaling? (Preferred)
- experience erecting structural steel? (Preferred)
- experience reading structural blueprints? (Preferred)
- experience working at heights? (Preferred)
- experience as a Foreman or Lead Ironworker? (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
