Structural Ironwork
Structural iron and steel workers install iron or steel beams, girders, and columns to form buildings, bridges, and other structures. They are commonly referred to as ironworkers. Structural Ironworkers typically do the following:
Unload and stack prefabricated steel so that it can be lifted easily with slings
Use a crane to lift steel beams, girders, and columns into place
Stand on beams or girders to help position pieces that are being lifted
Signal crane operators for positioning of the structural steel
Align beams and girders into position
Verify vertical and horizontal alignment of the structural steel
Connect columns, beams, and girders with bolts or by welding them into place
Use metal shears, torches, and welding equipment to cut, bend, and weld the steel
Annual Apprenticeship Program Includes:
Registration of Apprentice with D.C. and/or Maryland (if apprenticed)
Attending Council meetings with and on behalf of Registered Employers
Monitoring Apprentice annual progression
Monthly on-site class evaluation for testing and hands-on
Monitoring monthly grades and attendance reporting
Monitoring monthly off-site OJT reporting
Monitor and submission of NCCER Student Certification material
Instructor, Lab and Book Fees