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Ironworkers

The iron working industry is very strenuous and most tedious.  An Ironworker must be alert at all times in order to perform the duties of connecting, welding, installing decking, in addition to climbing, lifting, sitting, standing, bending and pulling of the steel in the erection of buildings and spanning of bridges.  

An Ironworker is a stalwart individual with a great deal of upper body strength for twisting, turning, and awkward postures of the back.  Blueprint and drafting reading are a part of the training to become an Ironworker and safety is a plus in training and working side by side with co-workers and other Craftsmen.  

Iron work is performed inside and outside in most weather conditions.

You must:

Be at least 18 years of age.
Have a high school diploma or a GED Certificate.
Successfully pass a drug test.

How do I prepare for the trade?

The following will be helpful to have completed courses in or possess the following skills:

Good reading ability
General math
Drafting and blueprint reading

What are the program specifics?

Length of the program is 4 years
Probationary period is 1 year
225 classroom hours
Starting pay is 50% of Journeyman wage

Where do I apply or receive additional training?

Rick Cornett - Training Coordinator

Ironworkers Local Union No. 290

606 Hillrose Avenue

Dayton, Ohio  45404

Phone: (937) 222-1622

Fax: (937) 222-0913

E-mail: IW290JAC@dellnet.com

Local 290 E-mail: IRON290@aol.com

International E-mail: RayR@IWNF.org