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.
NOC: 7236
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
Other titles used in provinces/territories: Ironworker (AB)
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Sample Questions
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Ellis Chart
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