What does an Ironworker do?
Ironworkers are highly skilled workers who erect, assemble or install fabricated structural metal products, usually large metal beams. Ironworkers also erect the steel framework on bridges, storage tanks and overhead crane runways that support heavy equipment, Erecting pre-cast concrete, ornamental ironwork such as stairways, catwalks, gratings, grills, screen and siding on metal windows is another aspect of their work. Ironworkers do rigging work, which includes moving heavy machinery, pressure vessels, storage tanks and materials. Rod workers place reinforcement steel and steel mats in foundations, pads and forms before concrete is poured
Working conditions
Work is done on high-rise buildings, bridges, highways, airports, sewage plants and foundations for commercial and industrial projects. It is very strenuous work. Work can also be confined to cramped quarters. In year round weather conditions Ironworkers often work at great heights and cannot be afraid. They must be keenly aware of the dangers to themselves and others. There are often periods of unemployment between jobs.
What are the Programs specifics?
Length of program – 3 - 4 Years 6000 to 8000 Hours of on-the-job training Classroom instructions two to three nights per week Eligible to receive college credits Starting pay 60% of journeyman rate with increases every 1500 hours
What do I need to apply?
Must be at least 18 years old High school graduate or GED Submit an official copy of a high school transcript Complete an oral interview Be drug free
Where do I apply?
Tyler Johnson
Apprenticeship Coordinator
Northern District of CT Ironworkers Local 15
860-993-7653 Phone
Email: twlu15ac@ironworkers.org
www.ironworkers.org
Mark A Buono
Apprenticeship Coordinator
Southern District Ironworkers Local 424
203-640-5330 Phone
Email: apprenticeship@iron424trianing.org
www.ironworkers.org
http://ironworkers15.org/
http://ironworkers424.org/
