Ironworker
Listed on 2026-03-14
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Construction
Construction Labor / Trades, Building Maintenance, Building & Residential Construction -
Trades / Skilled Labor
Construction Labor / Trades, Building Maintenance, Building & Residential Construction
Role Summary
The Ironworker 2 will be responsible for performing increasingly complex structural steel or other miscellaneous tasks on a variety of construction projects including new construction, renovations, and other project types. Ironworkers utilize a variety of tools and specialized equipment. Duties may include erecting structural steel and bolting beams, columns and other components together. This is a broad representation of the tasks and requirements for Ironworkers at JE Dunn;
specific work tasks, project types, and build phases vary. All activities are performed in support of the strategy, vision and values of JE Dunn.
- Utilizes knowledge of iron working practices and tools
- Handles structural components of buildings including beams, columns and related items
- Assists in repairing or modifying structural and miscellaneous steel as needed under direction from foremen or project leadership
- Places structural members under supervision ensuring safe and consistent practices are followed
- Installs and fastens metal decking for floors and roofs
- Responsible for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) compliance and following OSHA standards
- Adheres to JE Dunn safety standards
- Owns personal hand tools and pouches required for the role
- Expected behavioral standards:
- Shows up and is ready to work when scheduled
- Communicates absence or tardiness with supervisor as early as possible
- Shows respect for yourself and others
- Works safely
- Has a can-do attitude
In addition, this role will be responsible for:
- Welds structural components together ensuring the framework is solid and safe
- Modifies existing metal components by cutting or welding to create unique, project-specific components
- Proficient in various types of welding
- Ability to perform work accurately and completely, in a timely manner
- Effective communication skills, verbal and written
- Knowledge of specific trades and scopes of work
- Knowledge of all iron working hand tools, use and ownership of required hand tools and pouches
- Basic understanding of principles of layout and construction math
- Ability to complete assigned duties with minimal guidance
- Ability to provide excellent customer service
- Ability to build relationships and collaborate within a team, both internally and externally
- High School Diploma or GED (Preferred)
- Apprentice and/or Vocational/Technical/Trade training (Preferred)
- In lieu of the above requirements, equivalent relevant experience will be considered.
- 2+ years' experience in specific trade (Preferred)
- 2+ years commercial construction experience (Preferred)
- Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds
- May be exposed to extreme conditions (hot or cold)
- Must be willing to work non-traditional hours to meet project needs
- Must have reliable transportation
- May require use of respirator
- Must be comfortable working at projected heights, in narrow work spaces, and at various depths (trenches)
- Frequent activity:
Standing, Walking, Climbing, Bending, Kneeling, Carrying, Swinging, Reaching above shoulder, Pushing, Pulling, Balancing - Occasional activity:
Sitting, Viewing computer screen - Specific environmental and physical requirements may vary by project type/location
The benefits package aligned to this position is Skilled Trade Non Union. Please click the link below for more details.
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This role is expected to accept applications for at least three business days and may continue to be posted until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.
JE Dunn Construction is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category.
JE Dunn Construction is a background screening, drug-free workplace.
JE Dunn provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation in order to apply for a job, please submit your request to
JE Dunn Construction Company does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of JE Dunn Construction without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of JE Dunn Construction Company. Please, no phone calls or emails.
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Why People Work HereAt JE Dunn we offer our employees an inspired place to enrich their life and the lives of those around them. Building on our rich history, our employee owners are shaping the future of JE Dunn. In our team-focused environment we do life together and are generously rewarded for our efforts.
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