JOB REQUIREMENTS
o Ability to take lead in erection of steel, fabrication, grid layout, rigging ect.
o Ability to perform all job duties of craft trade.
- Drawings
o Ability to read, understand IFC drawings.
o Ability to make hang list, read details off drawings, read all notes on drawings before erection, locate and understand ECN’s and holds on drawings.
o Understand when to stop production work and when a RFI needs to be initiated.
o Read and understand craft specs and cut sheets, craft spec procedures and recommendations
o Able to locate piece marks for correct views and know how to pick out different elevations
o Being able to know the correct installation based on the orientation.
o Knowledge of symbols based on legend
- Rigging
o Knowledge of all types of safe rigging practices (chokers, slings, ect.)
o Ability to dictate correct knots based on material
- Connection
o Know all aspects of connecting
o Correct procedures of Bolting
o Torque vs Tension
- Fabrication
o Ability to read cut sheets
o Lay out from drawing
o Cut material from lay out and cut sheets
- Torque vs. Tension
o Knowledge of Torque and Values
o Knowledge of Tension
o Turn of the nut method
o Different types of indicators
o Understand how to use a skidmore
- Plan work and execute
- Ability to take drawings, required material, line out helpers and execute work
- Tools and knowledge
o Knowledge of specialty tools (torque wrench, skidmore, torque guns, mag drills, hogan drills)
- Welding and cutting
o Basic knowledge of welding (machine set up, Mig, stick, gas, ect)
o Knowledge of cutting torch, set up, dangers, usage, cleaning, types of tips and when to use the different types of tips
- Equipment Knowledge
o Knowledge of JLG’s man baskets, cranes
o Basic maintenance (inspections)
o Safe operations practices
- Signaling of equipment (ERTS, NCCO, NCCER)
o Flagging of cranes, forklifts, manlifts
- Knots
o Tying knots for tag lines, ect
o Basic knots for lashing
- Math Skills
- Footage, addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions to perform all craft duties.
Position Responsibilities
- Read blueprints and specification to determine the scope of work: locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
- Identify all tools required for tasks.
- Identify safety risks and the precautions required to eliminate those risks.
- Fabricate equipment according to blueprints or instructions from supervisors.
- Hoist equipment and tools into location via bull rigging or crane.
- Verify vertical and horizontal alignment of structural-steel members, using plumb bobs, laser equipment, transits, and/or levels.
- Connect columns, beams, and girders with bolts, following blueprints and instructions from supervisors.
- Bolt aligned structural-steel members in position for permanent riveting or bolting.
- Pull, push, or pry iron/steel equipment into approximate positions for bolting into place.
- Cut, bend, and weld iron/steel pieces, using metal shears, torches, and welding equipment.
Qualification Highlights
- Must have 4+ years experience as a Iron-worker/ Structural Iron-worker, Boilermaker, and Fabricator.
- Must know how to fab steel.
- Must posses all Knowledge Skills and Abilities for positions (see below).
- Must be able to meet all physical requirements.
- Must be able to work at heights in excess of 300 ft.
- Must have all required tools.
Must have reliable transportation.
Physical Requirements
- Employee will be required to adhere to large amounts of standing, walking, bending, squatting and lifting. Will talk and hear to communicate. Will use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, push, pull: objects, materials, controls and tools. May be required to lift, carry and move up to 50lbs. Will work at heights, climb ladders and stairways, work off of platforms and man lifts, and may occasionally work out on an open structure using the appropriate fall protection requirements. Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to: hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs/muffs, masks/respirators, safety vests, gloves and leather work boots.
**CERTIFICATIONS AND/OR LICENSES REQUIRED**
NCCER - Must have Industrial Ironworker, Boilermaker, and Fabricator certifications.
Must have valid DL and reliable transportation.
ZACHRY is dedicated in providing a Safe and Drug Free work environment; and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Skills Required
- 4+ years experience as an Ironworker, Structural Ironworker, Boilermaker, or Fabricator
- NCCER Industrial Ironworker, Boilermaker, and Fabricator certifications
- Ability to read and interpret IFC drawings, cut sheets, craft specs, and drawings notes
- Knowledge and practical ability in safe rigging practices (chokers, slings, knots, tag lines)
- Proficiency with bolting procedures, torque vs tension, turn-of-nut method, and use of Skidmore
- Ability to fabricate steel: layout, cut from drawings/cut sheets, and perform basic welding (MIG, stick, gas)
- Knowledge of specialty tools (torque wrench, torque guns, mag drills, hogan drills) and cutting torches
- Experience operating/flagging equipment: cranes, forklifts, manlifts, JLG man baskets and basic inspection/maintenance
- Ability to work at heights (in excess of 300 ft) and meet physical requirements (lift up to 50 lbs, climb, stand, bend)
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation; possession of required personal tools and PPE
- Basic math skills (fractions, addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, footage calculations)
What We Do
Zachry Nuclear Engineering, Inc. provides comprehensive engineering, design, and project management services for the nuclear industry. The company supports the modification of existing nuclear power plants and the development of new facilities, including small modular reactors. With over 50 years of experience, it offers expertise in electrical, mechanical, structural, and controls engineering, as well as turnkey construction and maintenance services.
