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Reinforcing Ironworkers Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Union Laborer - Los Angeles, CA

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$19.25 - $24.50/hr

Laborers employed by Hensel Phelps provide support for the form carpenters and for the concrete operation in general, ironworkers/rodbusters involved in installing reinforcing steel, and masons ...

Union Laborer - Los Angeles, CA

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$19.25 - $24.50/hr

Laborers employed by Hensel Phelps provide support for the form carpenters and for the concrete operation in general, ironworkers/rodbusters involved in installing reinforcing steel, and masons ...

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Union Energy Storage Ironworker Apprentice - Mojave, CA

Mojave, CA • On-site


Mortenson
Manufacturing • 1 - 5K employees

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

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Great coworkers

People enjoy working here

Good employer


$25.93 - $50.68/hr

Full-time

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Job description

SUMMARY 

Mortenson is currently seeking an Ironworker Apprentice that will be responsible for learning how to and assisting journeymen ironworkers in marking, positioning, and securing structural steel members to reinforce concrete or building structures. 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

  • Select, clean, and install reinforcing rods as directed by journeymen 
  • Load, transport, unload, and furnish workers with materials, tools, and equipment 
  • Clean work area and restock supplies and materials; perform minor maintenance or cleaning of journeymen's tools and equipment 
  • Assist in lifting, positioning, and securing materials and work pieces during installation; bend steel rods with hand tools or rod-bending machine; supply wire mesh to journeymen 
  • Measure and mark layout for installation; weld brackets to lintels, sills, columns, and other structural framework; drill holes in metal, concrete, and masonry structures using portable power drills, air-hammer, and/or hand tools; cut, miter, and bevel metal trim and cover plates to size; bolt, clip, weld, or solder ironwork together and to brackets or anchors; verify level and plumbness; bolt newel posts, balusters, and other parts of stairways and stair rails to support; fasten cover plates and mold in place with metal screws 
  • Receive and offload all major components; install loose components for nacelle, hub, and tower preparation; connect blades to hub; set base and tower sections; manage taglines; assist with main erection crane assembly and teardown 
  • Climb ladders - average 80m 
  • Effectively work and build relationships with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels 
  • All other duties as assigned 

QUALIFICATIONS 

  • High school diploma or GED 
  • Enrolled in Apprenticeship Aptitude Program 
  • Current driver's license 
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety regulations, operation and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; understand and apply basic mathematical skills (adding, subtracting, division, & multiplication). 
  • Strong teamwork orientation; positive attitude and professional customer service skills; detail orientation; active listening skills and effective communication, including an openness to diverse input and feedback. 
  • Repetitive hand, arm, leg movements 
  • *Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling: up to 50 lbs. 
  • Please note: this position description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position. The duties and responsibilities of this position may change without notice. 

*Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling over 50 lbs will be done with assistance of another team member or equipment. 

The base pay range for this role is $25.93-50.68 per hour. (Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL - 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR - 10%, Washington, D.C. - 12.5%). 

Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual's knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity.   

Please make note:  

  • Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.  
  • Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days. 

ABOUT MORTENSON 

As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact. 

Let's Redefine Possible 

Equal Employment Opportunity 

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category. 

Other Items to Note 

  • Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations.No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement. 
  • Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. 

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About M. A. Mortenson

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M. A. Mortenson is a prominent name in the construction industry, based out of Minneapolis, MN, US. Established in 1954 by M.A. Mortenson Sr., the company has over six decades of experience offering construction services that have contributed to building lasting infrastructures across various sectors, including healthcare, energy, corporate, and sports. Mortenson has proven its exceptional expertise through a range of complex building and facility projects across the US fulfilling the customer's specifications and exceeding their expectations. Moreover, the company's core values are outlined as ‘Do the Right Thing’, ‘We Before I’, ‘Inspire What’s Possible’, and ‘In it for the long haul’.

Industry

Manufacturing and construction

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Minneapolis, MN, US

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