Ironworker
Construction
About this Career
Ironworkers read blueprints and sketches to understand where they need to install the metal decking. They often signal crane operators who lift and position reinforcing iron and steel.
Why this Career?
As an ironworker, you take part in practical hands-on work that creates the stability of buildings, bridges, and roads. You'll be able to look at structures and know that you've played a big role in its construction.
Pay & Outlook
- Entry Pay
- $17
- Experienced Pay
- $23
- Annual Openings
- 69
Work Environment
- Work outside
- Constant travel
- Physical strength
- Work at heights
Requirements
Certifications are optional for areas such as welding, crane signaling, rigging.