Description
Steelworkers (SW) perform tasks directly related to fabrication and erection of pre-engineered structures, including concrete and steel reinforcement; manage construction operations, deploy materials and equipment; direct and coordinate the composition of training and efforts of crews who fabricate, assemble, erect, position, and join structural members and fabricated sections; perform various welding and cutting operations; maintain combat readiness; and perform tasks required in combat and Defense Support of Civil Authorities (DSCA) and Humanitarian Assistance/Disaster Recovery (HADR) operations.
Core Skills
- structural steel fabrication and erection
- blueprint and construction drawing interpretation
- welding (SMAW, GMAW, GTAW, FCAW)
- metal cutting and fitting
- concrete reinforcement and formwork
- rigging and material handling
- construction project coordination
- jobsite safety and OSHA compliance
- preventive maintenance of tools and equipment
- inventory and materials management
- crew leadership and task delegation
- time and resource management
- quality control and inspection
- field problem solving and improvisation
- documentation and reporting of work progress
Common Certifications
- AWS Certified Welder
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety
- NCCER Structural Steel Ironworker Certification
- Heavy Equipment Operator Certification
- Construction Management Certification
- Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Forklift Operator Certification
Civilian Career Paths
- CIVIL ENGINEERING
- CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
- MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
- FACILITIES MANAGEMENT
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Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Data sourced from official Navy publications and public military occupational references. Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.