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CompanyTradeLocation
Northeast Steel ErectorsStructural IronworkerBoston, MA
Empire State Iron WorksOrnamental IronworkerNew York, NY
Penn Iron & SteelReinforcing IronworkerPhiladelphia, PA
Connecticut Bridge Co.Structural IronworkerBridgeport, CT
18 openings · Northeast US · prevailing wage projects
Union ironworker job search
Find structural, reinforcing, ornamental, and welding ironworker positions across IABSORIW locals. Search by trade specialty, prevailing wage projects, and region for both residential high-rise and heavy industrial work.
Find structural ironworker jobs in the Pacific Northwest. I'm a journeyman with 10 years on high-rise steel erection and certified welding experience.
Found 21 openings. Top: 6 high-rise steel erection positions in Seattle ($48-54/hr prevailing wage), 5 heavy industrial at Washington refineries ($46-52/hr), 4 bridge and marine projects in Portland area ($44-50/hr).
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CompanyTypeLocation
Pacific Iron & SteelHigh-Rise ErectionSeattle, WA
Columbia River IronBridge & MarinePortland, OR
Tesoro RefineryHeavy IndustrialAnacortes, WA
Sound TransitTransit StructureBellevue, WA
21 openings · Pacific Northwest · prevailing wage
Weather assessment for steel work
Check temperature and wind conditions before steel erection, bolting, or welding operations. Cold temperatures affect bolt torque values and weld quality, while high winds create unsafe conditions for connectors working at height.
What is the temperature and wind forecast for Minneapolis this week? I'm bolting up a steel frame and need to know if temps drop below 32°F.
Monday-Wednesday: 28-35°F, winds 12-18 mph — bolting OK but use cold-weather torque procedures. Thursday: Wind advisory, gusts to 40 mph — halt connector work above 2 stories. Friday: Calming, 38°F — normal operations resume.
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Mon–Wed
28–35°F · winds 12–18 mph · bolting OK (cold-weather torque procedure)
Thursday
Wind advisory · gusts to 40 mph · halt connector work above 2 stories
Friday
38°F · calming winds · normal operations resume
Steel erection OSHA compliance
Look up OSHA 1926 Subpart R requirements for steel erection including fall protection triggers, safety decking requirements, connector fall protection, and multi-story erection plans.
What fall protection is required for connectors on a steel erection project? At what height do PFAS requirements kick in and what are the exemptions?
Connectors working at 2+ stories or 30+ feet above lower level must be provided fall protection per OSHA 1926.760(b). Connectors may declinePFAS in writing if it would create a greater hazard. Two-connector rule: maximum of two connectors working on the same piece.
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Threshold
2+ stories or 30+ ft above lower level — PFAS required
Decline Option
Connector may decline PFAS in writing if greater hazard exists
Two-Connector Rule
Maximum of 2 connectors on same piece simultaneously
Structural bolt and connection research
Look up ASTM bolt grades, torque specifications, and AISC connection requirements. Research pretensioning methods, inspection requirements, and tension control bolt specifications for different connection types.
What are the pretensioning requirements for A325 bolts in 3/4" diameter? What is the minimum bolt tension and what turn-of-nut method applies?
A325 3/4" bolts: minimum pretension 28 kips. Turn-of-nut method: 1/3 turn from snug-tight for bolt lengths up to 4 diameters. Alternate methods: direct tension indicator (DTI), calibrated wrench, or tension control bolts (TC bolts).
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Min Pretension
28 kips per RCSC specification
Turn-of-Nut
1/3 turn from snug-tight (up to 4 diameters bolt length)
Alternate Methods
DTI washers, calibrated wrench, TC bolts
Welding supply and equipment sourcing
Find welding supply dealers, rigging equipment suppliers, and safety gear distributors near your job site. Locate Lincoln, Miller, or ESAB dealers for rod, wire, and equipment servicing.
Find welding supply stores near Houston, TX that stock structural welding rod (7018, 7016) and rig welding supplies.
Found 9 suppliers. Airgas Houston (4 mi, full industrial gas and rod inventory), Weldco (8 mi, structural specialty distributor), Red-D-Arc Rental (11 mi, welder rental available), Lincoln Electric distributor (15 mi, certified Lincoln dealer).
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Airgas Houston
4 mi · full industrial gas and rod
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Weldco
8 mi · structural specialty distributor
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Red-D-Arc Rental
11 mi · welder rental available
4
Lincoln Electric Distributor
15 mi · certified Lincoln dealer
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Find ironworker union jobs
Search ironworker positions in [region]. I'm a [structural/reinforcing/ornamental] journeyman with [X] years experience and [welding cert]. Looking for prevailing wage work.
Check weather for steel erection
Give me a 5-day forecast for [city]. Flag any days with winds above 25 mph, temperatures below 32°F, or precipitation that would halt steel erection or outdoor welding.
OSHA Subpart R summary
Summarize OSHA 1926 Subpart R requirements for steel erection. Include fall protection thresholds, decking requirements, and anchor bolt tolerance standards.
Bolt torque specifications
What are the minimum pretension requirements and installation methods for [A325/A490] bolts in [diameter] diameter per AISC and RCSC specifications?
Find welding supplies
Find welding supply dealers near [city] that carry [brand/type] electrodes and structural welding consumables.
Rebar splice length reference
What are the required lap splice lengths for #8 rebar in 4000 psi concrete per ACI 318? Include tension and compression lap requirements.
Rigging sling capacity check
What is the working load limit for a 2" wide, type 4 endless wire rope sling in a vertical hitch, choker hitch, and basket hitch configuration?
Welding certification requirements
What are the AWS D1.1 welding qualification test requirements for structural steel? What positions must be tested for full certification?
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Pre-erection safety planning
Before starting a steel erection sequence, verify weather conditions, review OSHA requirements for the specific structure type, and confirm material availability.
Job transition and certification upgrade
Search for better opportunities and identify certifications that expand your value as a structural ironworker.
Frequently Asked Questions
At what wind speed should ironworkers stop steel erection work?
OSHA 1926 Subpart R does not specify a maximum wind speed, but contractors typically halt connector work above 30-35 mph sustained winds. Crane manufacturers specify maximum wind limits for picks. Always defer to site safety plans and the competent person's judgment.
Can AI help me understand bolt pretensioning methods?
Deep Research can explain AISC and RCSC specifications for turn-of-nut, calibrated wrench, direct tension indicator, and tension control bolt methods. For project-specific connection requirements, always reference the engineer's connection schedule.
What certifications are most valuable for ironworkers?
AWS D1.1 structural welding certification significantly increases pay and job opportunities. NCCER ironworker credentials, NCCCO rigging certifications, and foreman qualifications through the Iron Workers International also provide career advancement. Deep Research can detail current requirements.
What is the difference between structural, reinforcing, and ornamental ironwork?
Structural ironworkers erect steel building frameworks. Reinforcing ironworkers (rodbusters) place rebar in concrete forms. Ornamental ironworkers install stairs, railings, curtain walls, and architectural metal. Each has distinct IABSORIW local jurisdictions and pay scales.
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