Job Description

Overview

Resolute Performance Iron, a division of Sletten Companies, is a specialty steel contractor seeking a Structural Steel Foreman to oversee and coordinate the activities of workers engaged in the installation and erection of structural steel. This position requires thorough knowledge of structural steel work, strong leadership abilities, and excellent communication skills to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise and coordinate the activities of structural steel workers, including welders, riggers and other related trades.
  • Plan and schedule project timelines, work sequences, and resource allocation in collaboration with the Project Manager.
  • Ensure adherence to project specifications, blueprints, and safety standards.
  • Inspect work areas and complete work to ensure compliance with project drawings, specifications and industry standards.
  • Identify and resolve any issues or discrepancies related to steel erection and installation.
  • Maintain high standards of workmanship and ensure work is completed with attention to detail.
  • Enforce all safety protocols and procedures on the job site, conduct regular safety meetings and toolbox talks.
  • Ensure all workers are using proper Personal Protective Equipment and are trained in safety practices.
  • Maintain accurate daily logs and records of work performed, materials used, and any incidents or delays.
  • Resolve conflicts and promote teamwork among crew members.
  • Motivate and encourage workers to meet project goals and deadlines.

Requirements

  • Experienced in structural steel fabrication to AISC standards.
  • Ability to read architectural/structural plans and design documents.
  • Organized, attentive, and detail oriented.
  • Excellent time management skills.
  • Great interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Leadership experience is preferred.
  • Travel to job sites will be required.

Additional Information

  • Office and shop location is in Phoenix, AZ.
  • Work enforcement requires the ability to sit, stand, walk on uneven surfaces, and lift up to 50lbs.
  • EOE. M/F/D/V are encouraged to apply.

How this job compares in Phoenix, AZ

Pay in context

This employer didn't publish a rate. For reference, welding jobs in Phoenix, AZ currently run a median of $30/hr in our index, with the middle half of them falling between $24–$35/hr across 38 postings with published pay. That median is a reasonable floor to anchor on when a recruiter asks what you're looking for.

The local market in Phoenix, AZ

We're tracking 127 other active welding openings in Phoenix, AZ right now, from 90 different employers. 9 of them were added in the last week. Across Arizona as a whole we're tracking 285 other active welding openings from 174 employers. A metro this active generally means you have real leverage — employers here are competing for the same welders. Browse every welding job in Phoenix, or widen the search to Arizona.

The most active employers in Arizona at the moment, by number of open welding reqs, are Welding Shop in Phoenix, AZ (9), Sundt Construction (8), and Comfort Systems USA Southwest (7). Volume like that usually means either a genuine expansion or a staffing agency working several client sites — worth knowing which before you apply.

Within Arizona, the best-paying metros we track by median hourly rate are Mesa at $38/hr, El Mirage at $38/hr, and Phoenix at $30/hr. Phoenix is among them.

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