Structural Ironworker

at  Aecon Construction Solutions Inc

ABOUT US

Aecon Construction Solutions Inc. is a multi-disciplined construction company offering superior civil, electrical and mechanical services including piping, insulation, scaffolding, and module fabrication. As one of Canada’s largest and most diverse construction and infrastructure development companies, we’re always on the search for exceptional craft candidates to fill our ever-expanding project portfolios. We are focused on hiring only those exceptional individuals who value safety in the workplace and remain committed to the collective goal of maintaining our Aecon ‘zero injury’ culture.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

· Physical strength and stamina.
· Manual dexterity.
· A safety-conscious attitude.
· The ability to work with others in a team.
· Must be willing to work in remote job locations.
· Repetitive movement.
· Able to perform in a fast paced environment.
· Continuously changing work tasks.
· Ability to work a significant amount of hours throughout the day.
· Ability to lift and work with materials weighing up to 25kg.
· Ability to work in all weather conditions and environments.
Aecon has every intention of fostering diversity within and across our organization. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff including, but not limited to, women, visible minorities, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $28.28-$47.12 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Employee assistance program

Experience:

• structural ironworking: 2 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Provincial IronworkerJourneyperson certificate (required)

Work Location: In perso

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

Reporting to the appropriate site supervisor, the Ironworker apprentice or journeyperson will be responsible for providing full cycle, in depth knowledge and support for the profession of Ironworker to ensure Aecon Construction Solutions Inc. achieves their general and specific project objectives.
As part of the BHP Jansen project in Leroy, SK; we have multiple opportunities at the Wet Mill ranging from Apprentice to Journeyperson Structural Ironworker.
These roles are expected to start January 22, 2025 with many other start dates ranging to March 2025. You will work a 14/7 rotation, 11 hours/day. Camp is provided. LOA & Travel is provided to those who qualify based on Proof of Residence.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Read blueprints and specifications to lay out the work.
· Unload and stack steel units so each piece can be hoisted as needed.
· Erect and install scaffolding, construction cranes, derricks and other hoisting equipment.
· Assemble rigging (cables, pulleys, hooks) to move heavy equipment and materials.
· Attach cables from a crane or derrick and direct crane operators with hand signals or radios.
· Position steel units, align holes and insert temporary bolts.
· Check the alignments and join steel parts by bolting or tack welding them with an electric arc process.
· Assemble and erect pre-fabricated metal structures.
· Select, cut, bend, position, and secure steel bars or wire mesh in concrete forms to reinforce the concrete.
· Install ornamental and other structural metalwork such as curtain walls, metal stairways, railings and power doors.
· Unload and install pre-cast components.