Ironworker - Newport, KY

About the role

EGC Construction, an operating unit of Messer Construction Co., is currently seeking an Ironworker with Commercial/Industrial experience to join the team. EGC employs more than 120 skilled craft workers that focus on safety, quality, and customer satisfaction. We offer general, commercial and industrial construction including electrical work, millwrights, pipe fitters and structural steel detailers. EGC is proud to be part of the Messer family of companies, and we are committed to building what matters most for our customers and transforming the communities in which we live. Headquartered in Newport, Kentucky and have been servicing local, regional, and international clients since 1978. EGC is committed to the safety and continuous improvement of our safety systems. We have received national safety awards as a result of our performance.

Responsibilities

• Rigging structural steel
• Connect and bolt-up of structural steel
• Detail work on structural steel, such as installation of bar joist, bridging, decking, and handrail
• Welding of structural steel (stick welding) and rigging of equipment
• Ability to understand and follow all safety rules and regulations associated with industrial steel industry
• Using required tools to perform daily tasks as needed

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• OSHA 10 Certified, preferred
• Candidates must have transportation and good communication skills
• Willing to travel
• Be able to work in a variety of seasonal and weather conditions

EGC is a merit shop contractor supporting a Team working environment. All Team members will be required from time to time to perform other duties they are qualified to perform, outside of this job description and their normal work function.