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Steel Laborer Jobs in Dry Ridge, KY (NOW HIRING)

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How much do steel laborer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for steel laborer in Dry Ridge, KY is $16.70, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.66 and $17.98 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Steel Laborer vs Ironworker?

AspectSteel LaborerIronworker
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent, OSHA safety trainingHigh school diploma or equivalent, OSHA safety training, apprenticeship programs
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, steel fabrication yardsHigh-rise buildings, bridges, structural steel installation
Industry UsageConstruction, steel manufacturingStructural steel erection, infrastructure projects

Both Steel Laborers and Ironworkers work in construction environments and require safety training. Steel Laborers typically assist with handling steel materials and basic tasks, while Ironworkers specialize in installing and assembling structural steel components. The roles often overlap, but Ironworkers usually have more specialized skills and certifications for working at heights and with heavy steel structures.

What cities near Dry Ridge, KY are hiring for Steel Laborer jobs?

Cities near Dry Ridge, KY with the most Steel Laborer job openings:

Infographic showing various Steel Laborer job openings in Dry Ridge, KY as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $34,728 per year, or $16.7 per hour.

Lineman "B"

Walton, KY • On-site

Bowlin Group
Utilities • 201 - 500 employees

Full-time

Re-posted 8 hours ago


Job description

Nature Of Duties: Class B Lineman is a semi-skilled position in the construction, maintenance and repair of electrical overhead distribution systems.
Duties & Responsibilities:
• Work safely while performing new construction, maintenance or repair work of energized and de-energized overhead work.
• Stringing overhead wire.
• Setting poles and anchors.
• Installing transformers, lightening arrestors, cutouts, crossarms, insulators, switches and switchgear.
• Troubleshooting in primary and secondary systems.
• Replaces fuses in transformers and clears faulted circuits and systems.
• Frequently works with energized high voltage systems requiring skill and care to protect the lives of themselves and others.
• Maintains company vehicles, equipment and tools in good working order.
• Does all other related work as required to complete the job.
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
Requirements
Required Qualifications: • Able to perform rigorous physical labor.
• Able to identify primary and secondary voltage on a circuit.
• Must be familiar with induced voltage.
• Understands grounding procedures.
• Understands how to use a load buster tool.
• Capable of installing and hooking up a single phase transformer.
• Capable of safely setting a pole.
• Understands equipment set up and grounding.
• Capable of working at heights and/or confined spaces.
• Capable of properly installing and removing PPE and cover up.
• Capable of checking voltage on transformers.
• Capable of tying in a primary conductor.
• Must be able to climb different types of structures (wood, steel, etc.) and possess the necessary tools to do so.
• Understands grounding procedures.
• Understands how to phase out a line using phasing sticks.
• Understands how to obtain a one shot on a recloser.
• Must be able to safely perform a reconductoring job.
• Capable of safely installing and removing mechanical jumpers.
• Able to properly inspect rubber goods and PPE.
• Able to travel long distances on short notice, when required.
• Able to work for extended periods in various locations, when required.
• A Commercial Driver's License is required.
• Able to lift in excess of 50 lbs.
• Must be able to work outside, frequently in inclement weather.
• Willing to work over-time when requested.
Other Skills/Abilities:
• Self-Motivated
• Team-Oriented
• Must be able to follow Company safety rules and all other Company policies.