Ironworker

At Champion, EXCEPTIONAL is our standard.

From the moment we opened our doors, we set out to change everything. To create higher standards of safety, quality and accountability. To put our exceptional strength, passion and commitment to work. And to make sure everyday life moves along smoothly while we do it.

Champion is looking for Ironworkers to support work at Surry Nuclear Power Station in Surry, VA.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING/SUPPORTING

The Ironworker will be responsible for the layout, installation, assembly and steel erection components in accordance with blueprint plans, specifications, codes, and industry standards.

Key Responsibilities:

- Reads blueprints to determine the locations, quantities, or sizes of material required.

- Fabricates metal parts, such as steel frames, columns, beams, or girders, according to blueprints or instructions from supervisors.

- Unloads and positions prefabricated steel units for hoisting; hoists steel beams, girders, or columns into place, using cranes or signaling hoisting equipment operators to lift and position structural steel members.

- Verifies vertical and horizontal alignment of structural steel members, using plumb bobs, laser equipment, transits, or levels.

- Cuts, bends, or welds steel pieces, using metal shears, torches, or welding equipment.

- Forces structural steel members into final positions, using turnbuckles, crowbars, jacks, or hand tools.

- Pulls, pushes or pries structural steel members into approximate positions for bolting into place.

- Bolts aligned structural-steel members in position for permanent riveting, bolting, or welding into place.

- Assemble hoisting equipment or riggings, such as cables, pulleys, or hooks, to move heavy equipment or materials.

- Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.

- Inspect subordinate's work for compliance with the contract plans and specifications, point out deficiencies and explain and take any corrective action needed.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM

- High school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area.

- Must possess strong working knowledge skills and abilities for position.

- Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management/supervision.

- Proficient in the safe and efficient use of electrical, hand tools, power tools and layout tools as well as measurement tools

Champion is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person