Structural Welder

Role Summary

The Ironworker 3 will perform increasingly complex structural steel and other miscellaneous tasks on a variety of construction projects including new construction, renovations, and other project types. Duties may include erecting structural steel and bolting beams, columns and other components together. This role also involves occasional administrative work in support of project leadership.

Key Role Responsibilities - Core

• Utilizes knowledge of ironworking practices and tools
• Handles structural components of buildings including beams, columns and other related items
• Assists in repairing or modifying structural and miscellaneous steel as needed under direction from foremen or project leadership
• Places structural members under supervision ensuring safe and consistent practices are followed
• Installs and fastens metal decking for floors, and roofs
• Responsible for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) compliance and following OSHA standards
• Adheres to JE Dunn safety standards
• Role requires personal ownership of all necessary hand tools and pouches
• Expected behavioral standards:
• Shows up and is ready to work when scheduled
• Communicates absence or tardiness with supervisor as early as possible
• Shows respect for yourself and others
• Works safely
• Has a can-do attitude

Key Role Responsibilities - Additional Core

• Welds structural components together ensuring the framework is solid and safe
• Modifies existing metal components by cutting or welding to create unique, project specific components
• Proficient in various types of welding
• Leads by example, providing proper guidance and instructions to ironworking team
• Teaches and trains the team to perform scope of work to the highest quality standard
• Demonstrates excellent expertise in miscellaneous metalworking, welding and structural assembly
• Reads and understands project plans with applicable scope of work
• Completes JE Dunn reports and pre-task planning
• Completes material forecasting for specific tasks
• Coordinates and implements safety procedures for tasks
• Coordinates with foreman on upcoming work and durations

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to perform work accurately and completely, and in a timely manner
• Effective Communication skills, verbal and written
• Knowledge of specific trades and scopes of work
• Knowledge of all ironworking hand tools, use and own all required hand tools and pouches
• Basic understanding of principles of layout and construction math
• Ability to complete assigned duties with minimal guidance
• Ability to provide excellent customer service
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate within a team, both internally and externally

Education

• High School Diploma or GED (Preferred)
• Apprentice and/or Vocational/Technical/Trade training (Preferred)
• In lieu of the above requirements, equivalent relevant experience will be considered.

Experience

• 5+ years’ experience in specific trade (Preferred)
• 5+ years commercial construction experience (Preferred)

Working Environment

• Must be able to lift at least to 50 pounds
• May be exposed to extreme conditions (hot or cold)
• Must be willing to work non-traditional hours to meet project needs
• May require use of respirator
• Must be comfortable working at projected heights, narrow workspaces, various depths (trenches)
• Frequent activity: Standing, Walking, Climbing, Bending, Kneeling, Carrying, Swinging, Reaching above Shoulder, Pushing, Pulling, Balancing
• Occasional activity: Sitting, Viewing Computer Screen
• Specific environmental and physical requirements may vary by project type/location

Benefits Information

The benefits package aligned to this position is Skilled Trade Non Union. Please click the link below for more details.

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Application Information

This role is expected to accept applications for at least three business days and may continue to be posted until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

About the Role

JE Dunn Construction is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. JE Dunn Construction is a background screening, drug-free workplace.

Equal Opportunity Employer

JE Dunn Construction is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category.