structural ironworker
Structural ironworker in construction install iron elements into structures. They erect steel frameworks for buildings, bridges and other construction projects. They set metal rods, or rebar, to form reinforced concrete.
Also called: rebar workers, steel erector, structural steel fitters, steel fitters, structural iron and steel worker, structural steel erector
- 22
- essential skills
- 26
- optional skills
- 8
- related roles
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8 rolesOccupations sharing the most essential skills with this one. The number is a count, not an opinion.
- sheet metal workerWhat changes?16 skills in common
- structural ironwork supervisorWhat changes?11 skills in common
- welder8 skills in common
- construction painter7 skills in common
- construction scaffolder7 skills in common
- insulation worker7 skills in common
- rigger7 skills in common
- roofer7 skills in common
Essential skills
22- align components
- apply arc welding techniques
- apply spot welding techniques
- follow health and safety procedures in construction
- follow safety procedures when working at heights
- inspect construction supplies
- interpret 2D plans
- interpret 3D plans
- metal joining technologies
- metal thermal conductivity
- operate handheld riveting equipment
- operate rust proofing spray gun
- remove rust from motor vehicles
- rivet types
- set up reinforcing steel
- spot metal imperfections
- tend metal sawing machine
- tie reinforcing steel
- types of metal
- types of sawing blades
- use safety equipment in construction
- work ergonomically
Optional skills
26- apply brazing techniques
- apply thermite welding techniques
- cutting technologies
- ensure equipment availability
- guide cranes
- guide operation of heavy construction equipment
- keep personal administration
- keep records of work progress
- manipulate glass
- metal smoothing technologies
- monitor automated machines
- operate manual planer
- operate oxy-fuel cutting torch
- operate soldering equipment
- prepare pieces for joining
- process incoming construction supplies
- program a CNC controller
- recognise signs of corrosion
- replace defect components
- rig loads
- set up temporary construction site infrastructure
- set window
- tend metal planer
- tend riveting machine
- transport construction supplies
- work in a construction team
Definition and skills from ESCO, published by the European Commission. Source concept
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