Job Description:
IRONWORKERS erect and assemble the
structural steel framework of bridges, buildings, towers and other structures.
IRONWORKERS also erect precast concrete structures, metal stairways, fences,
pre-engineered buildings and miscellaneous iron.
Architectural IRONWORKERS assemble
and install metal curtain wall, sashes, and decorative metal.
Working Conditions:
Most of the work is performed outdoors
except in severe weather. The work is frequently in high places, so the
IRONWORKER must not be afraid of heights. The work is physically demanding
and often requires much bending, climbing, and lifting. The IRONWORKER
should be in reasonably good health. IRONWORKERS often work with cranes
and other power equipment, to close tolerances, so they must have an acute
awareness of the conditions around them.
Recommended High School Courses:
General math, mechanical drawing,
blueprint reading, welding, metal shop.
Terms of Apprenticeship:
4 years on the job training and
a minimum of 204 hours per year of related classroom instruction.
General Qualifications:
18 years of age.
High School diploma or GED.
Valid Driver’s License.
Doctor’s Certificate.
Admission Requirements of the
J.A.C.:
Applications are taken during the
first 2 weeks of March each year. Qualification on a written aptitude test
and a physical dexterity test. Complete an oral interview with the Joint
Apprentice Committee.
Contact:
Ironworkers Local 401 J.A.C.
11602 Norcom Road
Philadelphia, PA 19154
Mr. Frank Marsh, Coordinator
Telephone (215) 676-3474
Fax (215) 676-3001
e-mail: fmarsh@local401.com
Ironworkers
Local 401
International
Association of Bridge, Structural, Ornamental & Reinforcing Ironworkers |
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Job Description:
Iron workers fabricate, erect, assemble,
and install fabricated structural metal products in industrial, commercial
or large residential building. Iron workers are categorized according
to four different skills.
Structural Iron workers erect the
steel framework of bridges, building, and other structures, including metal
storage tanks and overhead crane runways.
Riggers and machine movers set up
and rig hoisting equipment for erecting and dismantling structural steel
frames and for moving heavy construction machinery and equipment. Ornamental
Iron workers assemble and install grills, canopies, metal stairways, floor
gratings, iron ladders, metal window sashes and doors, decorative iron
railings and gates, and lamp posts. Reinforcing Iron workers set steel
bars in concrete forms to reinforce buildings and bridges.
Working Conditions:
Possible injuries include falls,
burns, cuts and abrasions. The injury rate is higher than for construction
as a whole.Most of the work is done outdoors and is carried on year-round
except in severe weather. There is much sitting, walking, climbing
and balancing. Work is done frequently in high places; nets, safety
belts and scaffolds are used.
Interest and Temperament:
Iron Workers should receive satisfaction
from tangible productive results and be able to work to prescribed close
tolerances and rigid standards. They must not be afraid of heights,
have an acute awareness of danger involved, and assume responsibility for
fellow workers.
Recommended High School Courses:
General math, algebra, geometry,
physics, mechanical drawing, welding
Terms of Apprenticeship:
4 years on-the-job training
related classroom instruction
General Qualifications:
Minimum age of 18
High School diploma or GED certificate and transcript of high school records
birth certificate
doctor’s certificate
Admission Requirements of the
JAC:
valid PA drivers’ license
reside within the jurisdiction of Iron Workers Local
qualification on aptitude test administered by JAC
Contact:
Ironworkers Local #3 J.A.C.
2315 Liberty Avenue
Pittsburgh PA, 15222-4501
Mr. Jim Gallik
Telephone (412) 471-4535
Fax (412) 471-4536 |
