As a Structural Ironworker, you will need to master following:

• interpret 2D plans
• set up reinforcing steel
• tie reinforcing steel

More generally, a structural ironworker is also versed in:

• align components
• apply arc welding techniques
• apply spot welding techniques
• follow health and safety procedures in construction
• follow safety procedures when working at heights
• inspect construction supplies
• interpret 3D plans
• metal joining technologies
• metal thermal conductivity
• operate handheld riveting equipment
• operate rust proofing spray gun
• remove rust from motor vehicles
• rivet types
• spot metal imperfections
• tend metal sawing machine
• types of metal
• types of sawing blades
• use safety equipment in construction
• work ergonomically

It also helps to know the following:

• apply thermite welding techniques
• guide cranes
• guide operation of heavy construction equipment
• process incoming construction supplies
• set up temporary construction site infrastructure
• transport construction supplies
• work in a construction team
• apply brazing techniques
• cutting technologies
• ensure equipment availability
• keep personal administration
• keep records of work progress
• manipulate glass
• metal smoothing technologies
• monitor automated machines
• operate manual planer
• operate oxy-fuel cutting torch
• operate soldering equipment
• prepare pieces for joining
• program a CNC controller
• recognise signs of corrosion
• replace defect components
• rig loads
• set window
• tend metal planer
• tend riveting machine