About Us:
We are a locally owned steel erection and fabrication company specializing in structural and miscellaneous steel. Our team takes pride in precision, craftsmanship, and teamwork. We’re looking for a skilled Field Welder to join our team and help produce high-quality steel components for commercial and industrial projects.
Position Summary:
Ellyson Enterprises is seeking dedicated Structural Steel Ironworkers to join our team. In this role, you will assemble and install steel frameworks—including beams, columns, joists, and decking—while working at elevation and interpreting detailed drawings. Candidates must have demonstrated welding experience and proficiency, ensuring strong, secure connections between structural components. You will coordinate closely with supervisors, crane operators, and fellow trades to ensure safe, precise, and efficient erection of structural steel components.
Key Responsibilities:
- Read and interpret erection drawings and blueprints.
- Erect structural steel framework using cranes, rigging, and hand tools.
- Align, bolt, and weld steel components per project specifications and drawings.
- Install steel decking, joists, bridging, and other support elements.
- Successfully complete a welding skills assessment
- Use fall protection systems, harnesses, and other PPE correctly at all times.
- Signal crane operators and guide loads into place safely and accurately.
- Perform rigging and hoisting operations.
- Inspect tools, equipment, and materials daily for safe operation.
- Collaborate with foremen, welders, and project teams to meet schedule and quality standards.
- Follow all safety protocols, OSHA standards, and site-specific requirements.
Qualifications:
- 2+ years of structural steel erection experience preferred (will consider apprenticeship-level or less-experienced workers with strong fundamentals).
- Strong understanding of rigging, bolting, and erection techniques.
- Ability to work at heights and in varying outdoor conditions.
- Ability to read and interpret erection and shop drawings.
- Comfortable working as part of a team in fast-paced construction environments.
- Must be physically capable of lifting 50+ lbs., climbing ladders, and standing for extended periods.
- Must have reliable transportation and be able to travel to job sites in the Phoenix area.
- Must pass pre-employment drug screen and background check.
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification preferred.
Work Environment:
This position involves outdoor construction sites at varying stages of development. Work is performed at heights using scaffolds, aerial lifts, and steel structures. Power tools, welding equipment, and heavy machinery are routinely used, and full PPE is required at all times.
Schedule & Compensation:
- Full-time position, Monday–Friday.
- Competitive pay based on experience.
- Overtime available as needed.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $28.00 - $32.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
