DESCRIPTION OF WORK PERFORMED BY IRONWORKERS

Tasks of the Ironworker include steel and cable reinforcing in concrete construction (rebar work), erections of steel skeleton of buildings, window wall and curtain wall exteriors, rigging of heavy machinery and welding in conjunction with all aspects of these job descriptions.

WAGES

Ironworker Apprentices start at 50% of the Journeyman's pay scale and receive semi-annual increases based on their progress in the program. Apprentices also receive fringe benefits such as the health and welfare, pension, annuity and vacation plans.

WORKING CONDITIONS 

Ironworkers must be able to work at great heights. The work is very strenuous, dangerous, and is often done in adverse weather conditions. Work involves climbing, bending, squatting, sitting, standing and heavy lifting. At times, work can be seasonal due to weather conditions or economic situation.

EQUIPMENT AND TOOLS

Ironworkers often work in a noisy environment due to working with or around air operated tools, heavy lifting machinery, compressors and welding machines. Among the hand tools required are wrenches, beaters, (heavy hammers), bull pins, sleever bars, wire cutters, tool belts, pouches and safety belts.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

AGE 

Applicants must be a minimum of 18 years of age.

EDUCATION 

High school graduate or passed the G.E.D. proficiency test Must be able to read, write and speak the English language.

TESTS

 Not required to enter the program.

JOB READINESS  

Applicants must be:

- physically able to perform the work of the trade

- be prepared to work at extreme heights

- be able to lift heavy material and equipment

- be prepared to purchase required hand tools which will

- cost approximately $350.00 to $400.00.

HELPFUL HIGH SCHOOL COURSES

Mathematics, mechanical drawing, metal shop and physical fitness.

CONDITIONS OF TRAINING PROGRAM

Apprenticeship is served for a 3 year period which includes a minimum of 480 hours of related classroom instruction and 6000 hours on-the-job-training.

PLACEMENT METHOD

Accepted applicants are placed in an eligibility pool in numerical order. Employer may sponsor applicants from the eligibility pool regardless of their numerical position in the pool.

APPLICATION LOCATIONS. DAYS AND TIMES

#377 - 580 Barneveld Avenue, San Francisco. Last Monday of each month (except holidays).

8:00 A.M.- 11:30 A.M.

#377 - 3591 Thomas Road, Santa Clara. Monday - Friday (except holidays),

8:00 A.M. - 11:30 A.M.