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  1. Occupations
  2. Structural Iron and Steel Workers

Structural Iron and Steel Workers

Raise, place, and unite iron or steel girders, columns, and other structural members to form completed structures or structural frameworks. May erect metal storage tanks and assemble prefabricated metal buildings.

SOC: 47-2221.00

Common Job Titles

  • Fitter
  • Iron Worker
  • Ironworker
  • Steel Worker

Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics

Annual wage data for Structural Iron and Steel Workers (2024)

Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)

64,720

Wage Distribution by Percentile

Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $42,000. 25th percentile: U.S. $49,090. 50th percentile: U.S. $62,700. 75th percentile: U.S. $82,780. 90th percentile: U.S. $107,520. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.

  • U.S.
MetricU.S.
10% of workers earn the following or less$42,000
10% of workers earn the following or more$107,520
Workers on average earn$69,270

+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)

Skills & Requirements

Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance

  • Building and Construction4.6/5
  • Mechanical3.7/5
  • Mathematics3.5/5
  • Public Safety and Security3.3/5
  • Administration and Management3.0/5
Skills & Requirements: Knowledge

Tools & Technology

Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation

In-Demand Technology

Frequently requested by employers in job postings

  • Microsoft Outlook

Technology Skills

  • Computer aided design CAD software
  • Cost estimating software
  • Inventory tracking software
  • Project scheduling software
  • Turtle Creek Software Goldenseal

Tools & Equipment

  • Adjustable widemouth pliers
  • Adjustable wrenches
  • Air compressors
  • Blow torches
  • Bolt cutters
  • Bull pins
  • C clamps
  • Center punches
Tools & Technology: Tools & Equipment

Related Occupations

Occupations with similar skills and knowledge requirements

Most Similar

  • Reinforcing Iron and Rebar Workers 47-2171.00
  • Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters 51-2041.00
  • Sheet Metal Workers 47-2211.00
  • Millwrights 49-9044.00
  • Carpenters 47-2031.00

Moderately Similar

  • Boilermakers 47-2011.00
  • Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers 47-2081.00
  • Layout Workers, Metal and Plastic 51-4192.00
  • Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers 51-2011.00
  • Construction Laborers 47-2061.00

Related

  • Brickmasons and Blockmasons 47-2021.00
  • Woodworking Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Except Sawing 51-7042.00
  • Welding, Soldering, and Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders 51-4122.00
  • Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters 47-2152.00
  • Riggers 49-9096.00
  • Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers 47-2051.00
  • Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters 47-3015.00
  • Helpers--Brickmasons, Blockmasons, Stonemasons, and Tile and Marble Setters 47-3011.00
  • Pipelayers 47-2151.00
  • Maintenance and Repair Workers, General 49-9071.00

Related Programs

Education programs that prepare you for this occupation

  • CertificateStructural WeldingIssuer: Coastal Alabama Community College
  • CertificateShipfitterIssuer: Coastal Alabama Community College
  • CertificateStructural WeldingIssuer: Bishop State Community College
  • CertificateShipfitterIssuer: Bishop State Community College
  • CourseIntroduction to Agricultural ConstructionIssuer: Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
  • CourseConstruction FramingIssuer: Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
  • CourseAgricultural Welding IIIssuer: Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
  • CertificationFall Protection Authorized Person ComprehensiveIssuer: National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3)
  • CertificationTools @ Height; Drop PreventionIssuer: National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3)
  • DiplomaIronworkers ApprenticeshipIssuer: Chattanooga State Community College