Structural Iron and Steel Workers

Raise, place, and unite iron or steel girders, columns, and other structural members to form completed structures or structural frameworks. May erect metal storage tanks and assemble prefabricated metal buildings.

72 alternate job titles:

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Salary Information

Structural Iron and Steel Workers: $62,700 (median) per year.

Starting salary (10th percentile).
Required expreience: Varies by Company


Data source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

Daily Tasks & Responsibilities

Task Description Category
Review blueprints or specifications to determine work requirements. Maintenance
Verify alignment of structures or equipment. General
Install metal structural components. General
Position structural components. General
Fabricate parts or components. General
Cut metal components for installation. General
Weld metal components. General
Operate cranes, hoists, or other moving or lifting equipment. General
Assemble temporary equipment or structures. General
Load or unload materials used in construction or extraction. General
Dismantle equipment or temporary structures. General
Install insulation in equipment or structures. General
Install gauges or controls. General
Install electrical components, equipment, or systems. General
Position safety or support equipment. General
Assist skilled construction or extraction personnel. General
Signal equipment operators to indicate proper equipment positioning. General
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    Technology Requirements

    Technology Description
    Microsoft Outlook Electronic mail software
    Computer aided design CAD software Computer aided design CAD software
    Cost estimating software Project management software
    Inventory tracking software Inventory management software
    Project scheduling software Project management software
    Turtle Creek Software Goldenseal Accounting software
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      Relevant Certifications

      Industry certifications that may be valuable for this career role:

      Certification Issuing Organization Practice Test
      Structural Steel and Bolting Special Inspector International Code Council Not Available
      Structural Welding Special Inspector International Code Council Not Available
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