Ironworkers are involved in erecting residential, commercial, institutional and industrial buildings as well as other large structures such as bridges, dams and stadiums. They set up the framework of a building by positioning steel girders or other structural elements and then bolting them into place.
Ironworker - Structural & Ornamental
Certificate of Qualification 420A
“I feel so proud when I can look up and see the finished product.”
Responsibilities
Fabricate, assemble, install, erect, alter, repair, hoist and dismantle structural ironwork, precast and pretentioned concrete as well as all metallic materials in curtain walls, ornamental and other metal work (including specialty metals)
Operate and maintain hand and power tools, including welding and cutting equipment
Assemble and erect cranes, rigs and hoists
Move and install components, materials, heavy equipment and machinery needed to perform ironwork, including installation of all falsework and shoring
Erect structural members and bridges, and install and fasten curtain walls and glass systems
Key Skills & Attributes
Strong communication
Problem-solving & planning
Reading & numeracy skills
Good physical condition & strength
Employment Sectors
Heavy Industrial Construction
Institutional and Commercial Construction
Engineering Construction
Apprenticeship Program
6000 hours of on-the-job training, supplemented by three 8-week sessions of in-class technical training.
Entrance Requirements
Grade 12 Diploma preferred (Grade 10 minimum)
Minimum 18 years of age
Journeyperson Wage Rate
$48.29/Hr (2023 Provincial Average)
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