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Ironworker Journeyman

Abernathy, TX

$18.75 - $24.75/hr

Other duties as assigned by Foreman or Superintendent Qualifications EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE ... Minimum 4 years of experience in Ironworker role KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: * Be ...

Ironworker Journeyman

Abernathy, TX

$18.75 - $24.75/hr

Other duties as assigned by Foreman or Superintendent Qualifications EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE ... Minimum 4 years of experience in Ironworker role KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: * Be ...

Ironworker Journeyman

Abernathy, TX · On-site

$18.75 - $24.75/hr

Other duties as assigned by Foreman or Superintendent Qualifications EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE ... Minimum 4 years of experience in Ironworker role KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: * Be ...

Ironworker Journeyman

Abernathy, TX · On-site

$18.75 - $24.75/hr

Other duties as assigned by Foreman or Superintendent Qualifications EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE ... Minimum 4 years of experience in Ironworker role KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: * Be ...

Ironworker Journeyman

Abernathy, TX

$18.75 - $24.75/hr

Other duties as assigned by Foreman or Superintendent Qualifications EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE ... Minimum 4 years of experience in Ironworker role KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: * Be ...

Ironworker Journeyman

Abernathy, TX

$18.75 - $24.75/hr

Other duties as assigned by Foreman or Superintendent Qualifications EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE ... Minimum 4 years of experience in Ironworker role KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: * Be ...

Ironworker Journeyman

Abernathy, TX

$18.75 - $24.75/hr

Other duties as assigned by Foreman or Superintendent Qualifications EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE ... Minimum 4 years of experience in Ironworker role KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: * Be ...

Ironworker General Foreman

Boise, ID · On-site

$22.25 - $29/hr

The Ironworker General Foreman will direct and supervise a crew in planning, lay-out, installation ... Plan and communicate with the warehouse and Superintendent to assure that an adequate supply of ...

Ironworker General Foreman

Boise, ID · On-site

$22.25 - $29/hr

The Ironworker General Foreman will direct and supervise a crew in planning, lay-out, installation ... Plan and communicate with the warehouse and Superintendent to assure that an adequate supply of ...

Ironworker General Foreman

Boise, ID · On-site

$22.25 - $29/hr

The Ironworker General Foreman will direct and supervise a crew in planning, lay-out, installation ... Plan and communicate with the warehouse and Superintendent to assure that an adequate supply of ...

Ironworker General Foreman

Boise, ID · On-site

$22.25 - $29/hr

The Ironworker General Foreman will direct and supervise a crew in planning, lay-out, installation ... Plan and communicate with the warehouse and Superintendent to assure that an adequate supply of ...

Ironworker General Foreman

Boise, ID · On-site

$22.25 - $29/hr

The Ironworker General Foreman will direct and supervise a crew in planning, lay-out, installation ... Plan and communicate with the warehouse and Superintendent to assure that an adequate supply of ...

Ironworker General Foreman

Boise, ID · On-site

$22.25 - $29/hr

The Ironworker General Foreman will direct and supervise a crew in planning, lay-out, installation ... Plan and communicate with the warehouse and Superintendent to assure that an adequate supply of ...

Ironworker General Foreman

Boise, ID · On-site

$22.25 - $29/hr

The Ironworker General Foreman will direct and supervise a crew in planning, lay-out, installation ... Plan and communicate with the warehouse and Superintendent to assure that an adequate supply of ...

Ironworker General Foreman

Boise, ID · On-site

$22.25 - $29/hr

The Ironworker General Foreman will direct and supervise a crew in planning, lay-out, installation ... Plan and communicate with the warehouse and Superintendent to assure that an adequate supply of ...

Ironworker General Foreman

Boise, ID · On-site

$22.25 - $29/hr

The Ironworker General Foreman will direct and supervise a crew in planning, lay-out, installation ... Plan and communicate with the warehouse and Superintendent to assure that an adequate supply of ...

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How much do ironworker superintendent jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for ironworker superintendent in the United States is $26.77, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.36 and $29.33 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the primary responsibilities and daily challenges faced by an Ironworker Superintendent?

An Ironworker Superintendent oversees field crews, manages project timelines, and ensures safety standards are strictly followed on construction sites. Typical daily tasks include coordinating with project managers, conducting site inspections, resolving technical or logistical issues, and verifying work quality. One of the main challenges is balancing the fast pace of construction projects with the need for accuracy and safety, especially when managing large teams or complex steel structures. This role requires quick decision-making and efficient communication with ironworkers, engineers, and other trades to keep projects on track and maintain a safe work environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Ironworker Superintendent position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Ironworker Superintendent, you need extensive experience in structural ironwork, strong project management abilities, and often a background in construction supervision or a related trade. Familiarity with construction scheduling software, blueprint reading, OSHA safety requirements, and relevant certifications like OSHA 30 or AWS CWI are commonly expected. Leadership, effective communication, and strong problem-solving skills set standout candidates apart in this leadership position. These qualities ensure successful oversight of crews, safe operations, and the timely completion of complex steel construction projects.

What does an Ironworker Superintendent do?

An Ironworker Superintendent oversees ironwork operations on construction sites, ensuring structural steel, rebar, and other metal components are installed safely and correctly. They manage crews, coordinate with project managers, and enforce safety standards. Their role includes reading blueprints, scheduling tasks, and troubleshooting issues to keep projects on track and within budget. Effective leadership and deep knowledge of ironwork practices are essential for success in this position.

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Infographic showing various Ironworker Superintendent job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 11% Internship, 4% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 1% Part Time, 1% Nights, and 4% Summer. Highlights an 92% Physical, and 8% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $55,689 per year, or $26.8 per hour.
Ironworker Journeyman

$18.75 - $24.75/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 23 days ago


MasTec rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 153 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

36th of 80 rated construction


Job description

Overview

COMPANY OVERVIEW

MasTec’s Clean Energy and Infrastructure Group (CE&I) is a $2 billion annual revenue business unit that provides construction services for industrial facilities; building products manufacturers, power generation facilities, manufacturing plants; solar, wind, and thermal energy plants; buildings, and infrastructure.

Within the CE&I group, the MasTec Industrial sector includes sister companies Casey Industrial, Phoenix Industrial and Wanzek Industrial. This collective industrial group provides a merit shop, multi-craft industrial contractor with the ability to self-perform all major craft trades that ensures greater safety, quality, flexibility, and economy in delivering the work required to complete each project. The collective experience and knowledge of this team provides comprehensive project development, pre-construction planning, and project management with the mastery to successfully manage projects that meet deliverable and budgetary requirements. With every project, we commit to providing the highest levels of quality, safety, and value.

At MasTec Industrial, we are committed to attracting, developing, and retaining the best talent. No matter your role, you will have the opportunity to contribute to our success as we deliver innovative solutions to our clients.

 

POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for raising, placing, and connecting girders, columns, and other structural-steel members to form completed structure or framework.


Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • Promote and comply with all Company and safety policies and procedures
  • Set up hoisting equipment for raising and placing structural-steel members
  • Fasten steel members to cable of hoist using chain, cable or rope
  • Signal worker operating hoisting equipment to lift and place steel member
  • Guide member using tab line (rope) or ride on member in order to guide it into position
  • Pull, push or pry steel members into approximate position while member is supported by hoisting device
  • Force members into final position using turnbuckles, crowbars, jacks and hand tools
  • Align holes in member with corresponding holes in previously placed member by drifting drift pins or handle of wrench through holes
  • Verify vertical and horizontal alignment of members, using plumb bob and level
  • Bolt aligned members to keep them in position until they can be permanently bolted or welded in place 
  • Cut and weld steel members to make alterations, using oxyacetylene welding equipment
  • May be required to travel to different jobsites on limited notice
  • Maintain a professional appearance
  • Other duties as assigned by Foreman or Superintendent

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

  • 4+ years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • NCCER Certification/License (preferred)
  • Minimum 4 years of experience in Ironworker role

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

  • Be knowledgeable of MIC Health and Safety programs and project specific regulations.
  • When on-site, actively participate in daily toolbox meetings with crews and subcontractors.
  • Set a personal example of safe behavior.
  • Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals
  • Add and subtract two-digit numbers, multiply and divide with 10's and 100's and ability to perform these operations using units weight measurement and volume
  • Common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form
  • Ability to work within precise standards of accuracy and follow set procedures and standards
  • Other may duties may be assigned

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

  • Work up to a 12-hour shift doing hard physical work in varying temperatures and outside conditions.
  • May need to maintain physical strength and stamina; Use arms, hands, and legs fully; Push, pull, and frequently lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds; and stoop, kneel, balance, crouch, crawl, and climb to perform job tasks.
  • Stamina to perform this task repetitively and continuously for several hour intervals.
  • Uncontrolled environmental conditions: Constant change in weather and site conditions.
  • This work environment may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors and/or loud noises.
  • Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to- safety toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hardhat, vest, etc.).
  • Move in and around confined, cluttered, and uneven areas.
  • May need to work at heights and must be able to abide by all safety and fall-protection requirements; must be able to wear and utilize all safety equipment required for work at heights.
  • Evaluate information based on measurable standards; and see details in objects or drawings and recognize slight differences in shapes and shadings.
  • Visualize objects in three dimensions from drawings.
  • Keep good balance and work at heights.
  • See well (either naturally or with correction).
  • Hear well (either naturally or with correction.)
  • Coordinate the use of eyes, hands, and feet.

HOURS:

This position is a Full-Time position scheduled to work typically 50 hours per week.  Schedule is subject to projects requirements.

TRAVEL:

Travel required up to 90%.  Position requires presence directly on the Project Site location with intermittent travel to residence of record.

BENEFITS: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, 401k, Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), Legal Services, Subsistence- based on company policy if residence of record is 60 miles or greater from the project site.

What's in it for You

Financial Wellbeing

  • Compensation $32 / hour, commensurate with experience

  • Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase

  • 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

  • Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)

Health & Wellness

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children

  • Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance, Weight Management Drug Discount

  • Discounted National Gym Membership Network

  • Employee Assistance Program

Planning for the Unexpected

  • Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment

  • Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage

  • Emergency Travel Assistance Program

  • Group legal plan

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need accommodation as part of the employment process, contact ceicareers@mastec.com. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile for up-to-date information. 

MasTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Disclaimer: MasTec and our Subsidiaries will never ask prospective employees for any form of payment or money transfer as part of job application or onboarding. We do not ask prospective employees for information about credit cards or personal passwords, and it does not require applicants to purchase equipment or software. Ensure that all recruiter email addresses end in @mastec.com or @talent.icims.com. If you suspect you are the target of a scam, we advise you to contact your local law enforcement agency and report fraud at https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/.

MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team.

Qualifications:

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

  • 4+ years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • NCCER Certification/License (preferred)
  • Minimum 4 years of experience in Ironworker role

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

  • Be knowledgeable of MIC Health and Safety programs and project specific regulations.
  • When on-site, actively participate in daily toolbox meetings with crews and subcontractors.
  • Set a personal example of safe behavior.
  • Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals
  • Add and subtract two-digit numbers, multiply and divide with 10's and 100's and ability to perform these operations using units weight measurement and volume
  • Common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form
  • Ability to work within precise standards of accuracy and follow set procedures and standards
  • Other may duties may be assigned

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

  • Work up to a 12-hour shift doing hard physical work in varying temperatures and outside conditions.
  • May need to maintain physical strength and stamina; Use arms, hands, and legs fully; Push, pull, and frequently lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds; and stoop, kneel, balance, crouch, crawl, and climb to perform job tasks.
  • Stamina to perform this task repetitively and continuously for several hour intervals.
  • Uncontrolled environmental conditions: Constant change in weather and site conditions.
  • This work environment may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors and/or loud noises.
  • Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to- safety toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hardhat, vest, etc.).
  • Move in and around confined, cluttered, and uneven areas.
  • May need to work at heights and must be able to abide by all safety and fall-protection requirements; must be able to wear and utilize all safety equipment required for work at heights.
  • Evaluate information based on measurable standards; and see details in objects or drawings and recognize slight differences in shapes and shadings.
  • Visualize objects in three dimensions from drawings.
  • Keep good balance and work at heights.
  • See well (either naturally or with correction).
  • Hear well (either naturally or with correction.)
  • Coordinate the use of eyes, hands, and feet.

HOURS:

This position is a Full-Time position scheduled to work typically 50 hours per week.  Schedule is subject to projects requirements.

TRAVEL:

Travel required up to 90%.  Position requires presence directly on the Project Site location with intermittent travel to residence of record.

BENEFITS: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, 401k, Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), Legal Services, Subsistence- based on company policy if residence of record is 60 miles or greater from the project site.

What's in it for You

Financial Wellbeing

  • Compensation $32 / hour, commensurate with experience

  • Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase

  • 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

  • Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)

Health & Wellness

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children

  • Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance, Weight Management Drug Discount

  • Discounted National Gym Membership Network

  • Employee Assistance Program

Planning for the Unexpected

  • Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment

  • Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage

  • Emergency Travel Assistance Program

  • Group legal plan

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need accommodation as part of the employment process, contact ceicareers@mastec.com. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile for up-to-date information. 

MasTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protec...


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