Ironworker
Local 40
- Complied with OSHA and company safety guidelines for height safety, lock out tag out, confined space, and hazardous material handling.
- Erected structural steel and iron frameworks for bridges, buildings and other structures.
- Cut metal components to required lengths using metal shears, hacksaws, and bar cutters.
- Ensured structural integrity by properly installing and aligning steel components according to specifications.
- Contributed to successful project completion through precise cutting, bending, and welding of metal materials.
- Inspected completed work for accuracy and adherence to building codes and safety standards.
- Positioned rebar and other iron reinforcement following pouring of concrete.
- Upheld high-quality craftsmanship standards while working on complex projects, resulting in successful completion with minimal defects or rework required.
- Skillfully operated hand tools such as spud wrenches or drift pins for aligning bolt holes in steel members during assembly processes.
- Set up and operated shears, brakes and presses to complete jobs to required specifications.
- Expedited construction timelines by effectively operating heavy equipment, such as cranes and forklifts.
- Prioritized safety across job site with specific attention to load suspension, welding, and cutting.
- Strengthened team communication by proactively collaborating with supervisors, engineers, and other tradespeople on job sites.
- Consistently met deadlines through efficient time management skills while working under pressure in various weather conditions.
- Maintained a strong safety record by vigilantly inspecting equipment, machinery, and work areas to identify potential hazards before accidents could occur.
- Installed steel cables to reinforce structures before tightening and reinforcing.
- Maximized material usage by skillfully measuring, marking, and cutting steel components with precision tools.
- Enhanced workplace safety with consistent adherence to established protocols and regulations.
- Provided reliable support during rigging operations to ensure the safe lifting of heavy steel beams into place.
- Placed and fastened iron rods and steel mesh together using wire and spot welds.
- Demonstrated adaptability in tackling diverse projects ranging from commercial buildings to industrial facilities and infrastructure work like bridges or tunnels.
- Maneuvered and positioned support structures before and after pouring concrete, often manipulating iron by cutting, welding, or bending.
- Minimized errors with careful use of leveling instruments to verify the correct alignment of structural components before securing them permanently in place.
- Increased project durability by expertly fastening steel members using bolts or welding methods based on design requirements.
- Reviewed work plans and blueprints to ascertain all requirements for project.
- Reduced waste by proficiently maintaining inventory control systems for tools, materials, and consumables onsite.
- Hoisted metal components into place, safely operating cranes during process.
- Used appropriate safety measures and encouraged other team members to do same in effort to avoid job site injuries.
- Bolstered project accuracy with thorough inspections of erected structures for alignment, levelness, and proper placement.
- Improved project efficiency by accurately interpreting blueprints and engineering drawings.
- Streamlined project workflow by effectively prioritizing tasks and delegating responsibilities among team members.
- Determined size, shape, placement, and material of supports based on blueprints and structural standards.
- Promoted a positive work environment by mentoring junior ironworkers in industry best practices and safe techniques.
- Bolstered project timelines by efficiently dismantling old structures to make way for new construction.
- Facilitated movement of heavy materials to worksite, ensuring timely availability for ongoing projects.
- Reinforced buildings against natural disasters with installation of earthquake-resistant structures.
- Increased lifespan of structures with application of protective coatings to prevent rust and corrosion.
- Dismantled structures and prepared equipment for travel or site movement.
- Aligned structural steel members to rivet, bolt and weld permanently into place.
- Followed safety guidelines to fasten structural steel members and hoisted cables, chains and rope.
- Followed blueprints and instructions from supervisors to erect columns, beams and girders.
- Welded, cut and bent steel as necessary with torches, metal shears, and welding equipment.
- Unloaded and positioned prefabricated steel and heavy equipment using hoisting equipment, such as cables, pulleys, or hooks.
- Coordinated with crane or signaled equipment operators to lift and position structural steel members and hoist beams, girders, and columns to correct positions.
- Ensured compliance with building codes and regulations, avoiding potential legal issues.
- Fabricated steel frames, columns, beams, and girders according to blueprints or instructions from site managers.
- Enhanced safety on construction site by strictly adhering to all safety protocols and guidelines.
- Maintained clean and organized worksite, minimizing potential hazards and promoting safe working environment.
- Enhanced structural integrity with skilled welding and riveting of iron components.
- Accelerated project delivery by optimizing sequence of construction activities.
- Improved project completion time with effective coordination and communication among team members.
- Cut, positioned, and bolted down steel bars, contributing to durability of structures.
- Ensured accurate alignment of structures, preventing potential long-term structural issues.
- Streamlined installation process, reducing labor hours required for project completion.
- Performed detailed inspections of ironwork to identify and rectify any defects, ensuring quality control.
- Assembled complex steel structures to support integrity of high-rise buildings.
- Increased team efficiency by mentoring new ironworkers on best practices and techniques.
- Improved team morale by actively participating in team meetings and providing constructive feedback.
