What is a Structural Ironworker?
Ironworkers are skilled workers who erect, assemble or install fabricated structural metal products, usually large metal beams. These beams are used in the erection of industrial, commercial or large residential buildings. Ironworkers also erect the steel framework on bridges, storage tanks and overhead crane runways that support heavy equipment. They also erect pre-cast concrete, ornamental ironwork such as stairways, catwalks, gratings, grills, screen, siding on metal windows. Ironworkers who do rigging work move heavy machinery, pressure vessels, storage tanks and materials. Most of the work is done outdoors. An Ironworker cannot have a fear of heights. They must be keenly aware of the dangers to themselves and others.
