Structural Steel Iron Worker/Steel Erector
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Position Overview & Specifications
Responsibilities
· Familiarity with equipment to facilitate loading and unloading of steel materials on and off job sites.
· Layout, rigging, connecting, bolting, and welding steel.
· Align structural steel vertically and horizontally using the appropriate tools.
· Commitment to taking care of company tools, equipment, and personal tools.
· Ability to work in all positions and in varying conditions.
· Follow all safety rules and regulations to maintain a safe and clean work environment.
· Must be a team-player and support all coworkers.
· Familiarity with general construction equipment, tools and components
· Regular travel to and from jobsites located throughout San Jose, the mid-peninsula, San Francisco, and Monterey
Qualifications
· Welding certification preferred, but not required.
· Familiar with and applies AWS and AISC standards.
· Must have field layout experience.
· Good written and verbal communication skills
· Ability to work independently and with others.
· Accountable, on time, and have exemplary work ethic.
· Ability to lift 50 lbs.
· Must be able to work at heights as required.
· Familiarity with the use of torches, punches, grinder, drills and other power tools
· Familiarity with various welding machines, shop and lift equipment
· Able to work with a variety of metals.
· Knowledge of steel erection and field welding.
· Ability to accurately read structural, architectural, and fabrication drawings.
· Clean DMV record
· Must have reliable vehicle and valid ID for employment.
Company Benefits
· Competitive salary based on experience.
· Medical, dental, life insurance, and 401(k) with company match
· 72 hours of Paid Sick Leave
· 16 hours of Floating Holiday
· Excellent company culture
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $26.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience level:
- 3 years
- 5 years
Shift:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
Weekly day range:
- Monday to Friday
Work setting:
- Construction site
- Warehouse
Ability to commute/relocate:
- San Jose, CA 95112: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
- Welding: 4 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Structural Steel Iron Worker/Steel Erector roles across Bill Brown Construction's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £26 - £26 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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