Structural Journeyman

Essential Functions

• Interpret structural drawings.
• Understand and perform crane Signaling procedures.
• Align and bolt structural steel members in position for permanent riveting, bolting, or welding into place per structural drawings.
• Understand and perform proper rigging techniques.
• Direct cranes to move structural steel components and other materials onto and around the construction site.
• Connect steel columns, beams, and girders with drift pins to align the holes in the steel with the framework holes.
• Drill and/or ream holes into steel for bolting.
• Number steel according to assembly instructions.
• Unload and safely stack steel on cribbing.
• Position steel with connecting bars and spud wrenches.
• Use plumb bobs, levels, and laser equipment to check alignment and elevations.
• Troubleshoot structures to identify and initiate repair of welding defects.
• Identify and repair damaged coatings during installation (painted and galvanized).

Education and Experience

• 1 – 3 years’ experience
• Must be able to pass an all position SMAW exam
• Power generating experience preferred
• NCCER certification or completion of a related program through an accredited technical school.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

• Must be able to climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, grasp, twist, and bend for extended periods of time.
• Use arms and hands to reach for, handle or manipulate objects.
• Must be able to work indoors and outdoors including times of inclement weather.
• Ability to climb in overhead structures, to work beneath machines and in close quarters performing analysis and repair work.
• Must be highly safety conscious and have ability to see and escape from dangerous situations.
• Ability to climb a ladder and step into various pieces of equipment.