Ironworkers assemble the steel backbone of large-scale buildings. They construct and connect structural supports and frameworks that carry heavy loads, ensuring buildings stand strong and last for decades. Their durable steel systems make ambitious, large-scale projects possible and keep structures stable and secure.
Ironworker
Career Snapshot:
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per year*
Entry to Mid Level
Construction & Building Systems
*Estimates are not to be used as fact. Based on publicly available sources.
The Path to Becoming
a(n)
Ironworker
Step 1
Earn
a(n)
High School Diploma or GED
Step 2
Earn a Postsecondary Certificate
Required Training:
Standards Occupational Classifications (SOC) code
SOC 47-2221
SOC Code
Training Programs and Resources:
Step 3
Find a position or apprenticeship
Required Training:
This career typically involves
6-months on-the-job training
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Daily Tasks
A Day in the Life
As
a(n)
Ironworker
you can expect to perform these tasks frequently:
Required skills:
What It Takes
Ironworker
often have these skills:
Coordination
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Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions and working effectively with team members.
Active Listening
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Giving full attention to what others are saying, taking time to understand, and asking questions as appropriate.
Complex Problem Solving
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Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
Operations Monitoring
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Watching gauges, dials, or display screens to make sure a machine or system is working correctly.
Quality Control Analysis
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Conducting tests and inspections to evaluate quality or performance of products, services, or systems.
Time Management
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Managing one's own time and the time of others to meet deadlines and project schedules.
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Career Outlook
1340
Employees in
2023
1500
Employees in
2033
+
11.90%
Projected
Growth Rate
1330
Annual Projected
Job Openings
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