Iron Worker

Iron Worker Job Highlights

Company Profile

Cajun Industries provides engineering and construction services. The company offers building construction, structural concrete, prefabrication, piping fabrication, scheduling, plant relocation, site development, and designing.

Job Profile

The company is seeking an Iron Worker who must have knowledge of basic welding, rigging, and flame cutting.

Must possess the ability to use pneumatic tools, have knowledge of safe loads and wire rope basics, be familiar with basic hand signals, and have experience with the sizing of chokers.

Will need to have knowledge of layout (figure formulas) and the magnetic drill. Safety knowledge while working at heights is essential.

Must learn and understand all safety hazards related to the work and learn to safely and effectively use or operate work-related tools and equipment.

Will be required to work in a plant operations or construction job site setting.

Educational Qualification

• The applicants may be required a High School Diploma or GED.

Work Experience

• The candidates should have some previous work experience in the related field.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Assist other craft workers as needed
• Erect and connect steel at and above grade elevations
• Practice proper rigging technique
• Use proper hand signals to flag cranes

Physical Requirements

• Climb and maintain balance on steel/wood framework, stairs, ladders, and scaffolds
• Hand/eye coordination
• May be required to work in confined spaces
• May operate hand and power tools (electric, gas, and pneumatic) of all types
• Must be able to communicate (hear, comprehend, and speak) to safely perform work
• Must be able to push/pull, lift, or carry up to 50 lbs., but may occasionally push/pull, lift, or carry up to 100 lbs.
• Must be able to walk on uneven surfaces, muddy conditions, loose rock, loose/soft sand, etc.
• Position may require prolonged bending/twisting, walking, crawling, kneeling, reaching overhead, squatting, pushing /pulling, or standing and lifting
• Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis
• Subject to repetitive use of hands/arms, and legs
• Will be exposed to adverse weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, etc.)
• Will need to be able to perform sedentary to heavy work

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Ability to use math/complete calculations
• Decision-making skills are necessary
• Detail-oriented; must be able to remember, examine, and observe details
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively with management/supervision
• Reading and writing comprehension is necessary for giving and receiving directions to perform work and/or safety policy
• Work at various tempos, and concentrate amid distractions

Employer’s Statement

Cajun Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer.