Structural Metal Workers
Structural metal workers make and install steel frameworks used in buildings and other structures.
Builders use iron, steel, aluminum, and reinforced concrete in many projects. They use these materials to build highways, bridges, large buildings, and other structures.
Quick Facts
Wages: Above the median $19.00 / hour
Employment Outlook:
Percent Growth
-8.8%
Shrinking
Education and Training Needed:
Moderate-term on-the-job training (1-12 months)
Skills Needed:
Listening, Managing Time, Choosing Equipment or Tools
Tools and Technology:
- Tools: Screwdrivers, Project management software, Hammers
- Technology: Accounting software, Computer aided design CAD software, Inventory management software
Job Title Examples:
Fabricator, Mill Beam Fitter, Ship Fitter
