About this opportunity
Tradesmen International lists this Structural Ironworker opportunity in schenectady, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Description
Tradesmen International is immediately hiring experienced Structural Ironworker's for projects located in or around Schenectady, NY. This is a first shift opportunity and the pay rate is up to $35/hour based on experience and skill level. If you are a Ironworker and want to work alongside other proven craftsmen who emphasize safety, productivity and superior craftsmanship, this is your chance to advance your career!
Job Scope:
Interpret complex structural drawings to manually lay out cambered bridge girders
Perform layout work using stringlines, tape measures, squares, and soapstone
Fabricate and hand-grind steel stiffeners to meet mill-to-bear tolerances
Ensure metal-to-metal contact and proper fit-up of structural components
Perform manual cutting of heavy steel plates using an oxy-acetylene torch
Tack weld structural components in flat, vertical, and overhead positions using 1/8" 7018 electrodes
Maintain quality workmanship while adhering to all safety standards
Requirements:
Must be able to read and interpret structural blueprints and drawings
Must have experience with structural steel layout and fitting
Must have experience grinding and fitting steel components to specification
Must have experience using oxy-acetylene cutting equipment
Must be able to perform tack welding in multiple positions
Must be reliable, safety-conscious, and able to work independently or as part of a team
Company Details
Tradesmen International not only offers consistent work, top pay, and employment opportunities, we also provide a benefits package that is among the best in the industry.
Our comprehensive benefits include:
Tradesmen+ Rewards Program – earn points for hours worked
Vacation Pay
Health insurance
401(k) retirement savings plan
Tradesmen International is an EO employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability
“ Be Safe” from fraud! Tradesmen International will never ask you to pay for certifications, equipment, or other “up front” costs as a condition of hire. Similarly, we do not request pictures of documents or IDs to private phone numbers or email addresses. If in doubt, pleasecall or visit your closest Tradesmen office ( to verify the request.
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Location
US-NY-SCHENECTADY
Posted Date 1 month ago (8/17/2026 1:53 PM)
Req ID
Category Iron Worker - Journeyman
Location US-NY-SCHENECTADY
Worksite address
schenectady, NY, 12309, US
Who can apply
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