Ironworker (Generalist)

Ironworkers (generalists) work with both structural/ornamental and reinforcing steel materials. They install structural/ornamental steel components, precast concrete members and glued laminate timber products, and place reinforcing steel in commercial, industrial, institutional and large residential buildings, towers, bridges and stadiums. They also erect pre-engineered buildings and ornamental ironwork.

National Occupational Classification (NOC): 72105

Designation Year: 1991

Designated Red Seal in: BC, MB, NB, NL, NS, ON, PE
Trade title: Ironworker (Generalist), in BC, MB, NB, NL, NS, ON, PE

Occupational Standard for current exams

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Ellis Chart

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