REBAR IRONWORKER JOURNEYMAN - Bechtel : Job Details

Job Description

1. Reads and understand blueprints. Understanding of elevations given, understanding bundle tags.

2. Aid in rigging operations, connections and disconnections.

3. Selects rods, bundle, measures, cuts to length, bend, and shapes reinforcing bar to exacting specifications.

4. Places rods in forms, spacing and fastening them together, using wire and pliers.

5. Knowledge of the weights of the different bar sizes per foot as well as bar diameters.

6. Positions and secures steel bars in concrete forms and reinforces concrete.

7. Cuts bars to required lengths, using a hacksaw, band saws, or acetylene torch.

8. Bends steel rods with hickey bars or a rod-bending machine.

9. May reinforce concrete with wire mesh.

10. Insures that all reinforcing material is in its proper position so that it receives its intended structural load.

11. Loads transports, unloads materials, tools, equipment, and supplies.

12. Assists in lifting, positioning, and securing of materials and work pieces during installation.

13. Cleans and performs minor maintenance activities on tools and equipment.

14. Restocks supplies and materials as necessary.

15. Must be able to safely traverse uneven terrain with / without tools and building materials.

16. Must be able to climb vertical ladders and work above ground as necessary.

17. Performs a variety of tasks involving safe dexterous use of hand tools.

18. Safely operates power tools and equipment.

19. Must be able to climb rebar cages and walls and work at height while hanging from rebar structures.

20. Adheres to all safety procedures.

21. Typically requires 48 months of industrial construction experience.