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FABco Reinforcing Ironworker Apprentice (Colorado)

Reinforcing Ironworkers position and secure steel bars or mesh in concrete forms in order to reinforce concrete using a variety of fasteners, rod-bending machines, blowtorches, and hand tools.

Apprentices of this skilled trade enroll in a time-based program for 2 years with an on the job learning attainment of 4,000 hours, supplemented by the minimum required 288 hours of related instruction. All training and coursework are provided by the company.

Apprentices may begin at a pay rate of $19.00 per hour and receive regular increases in pay based on completion of on the job learning requirements. Once all related instruction and on the job learning is completed, the minimum wage for a graduate of the apprenticeship program is $25.00 per hour.

Rates may be negotiable based on prior experience. Credit for previous training and certifications may also be applied to new apprentice enrollments with satisfactory evidence of certifications on a case-by-case basis.

For inquiries into enrolling as a Reinforcing Ironworker Apprentice, or questions regarding our programs, please email [email protected].

This role may include, but is not limited to, the following typical duties:

• Determine quantities, sizes, shapes, and locations of reinforcing rods from blueprints, sketches, or oral instructions
• Review blueprints or specifications to determine work requirements
• Space and fasten together rods in forms according to blueprints, using wire and pliers
• Position and secure steel bars, rods, cables, or mesh in concrete forms, using pliers, rod-bending machines, acetylene torches, or hand tools
• Cut rods to required lengths, using gas power saw, bar cutters, or acetylene torches
• Cut metal components for installation
• Place blocks under rebar to hold the bars off the deck when reinforcing floors
• Position safety or support equipment
• Cut and fit wire mesh or welded wire fabric in concrete to reinforce concrete
• Cut metal components for installation
• Bend steel rods with hand tools or rod-bending machines
• Some travel may be required
• Inventory materials as required
• Order of materials as required
• Cleaning cables to prep stressing procedures
• Stressing cables with a use of a stressing jack
• Lifting over 50 pounds, bending, stooping, and reaching
• Standing/walking for a long period of time
• Climbing/descending ladders, working on heights
• Setting column cages, pier cages and wall reinforcement
• Flagging/Rigging rebar (trained personnel)
• Adhere to all FABco safety rules and policies
• Housekeeping

Minimum Hiring Requirements

1. Age & Legal Work Authorization

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

2. Education

• High school diploma or GED preferred

3. Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 50+ pounds repeatedly
• Able to work in physically demanding environments (standing, bending, climbing, working at heights)
• Capable of working outdoors in varying weather conditions

4. Transportation

• Reliable transportation to and from job sites
  • Job sites may vary, and some travel is required.

 Soft Skills

• Willingness to learn and follow instructions
• Dependability and punctuality
• Strong work ethic and teamwork
• Comfort with heights and confined spaces
• Safety-conscious mindset