Ironworker (Traveling)

jgmusa· Construction Direct
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📍 Little Rock, Arkansas, United StatesFull Time

About this role

IRONWORKER – Little Rock, AR

Compensation:

  • Ironworkers (5+ yrs of experience): $28-$32 - start at $31
  • Ironworker Apprentices (less than 5 yrs of IW experience): $22-$27 - start at $24


Duration: Approximately 1 year

Start: 3rd week of September
Schedule: 6 10 hr shifts

 


Overview

We're hiring experienced Ironworkers for a long-term industrial construction project in Little Rock, AR. This assignment is expected to last approximately one year, offering steady work, overtime, and the opportunity to travel with JGM throughout the duration of the project. This is indoor work with minimal connecting — the scope is primarily bull rigging, decking, and material handling.


What You'll Do

  • Perform bull rigging and material handling
  • Install steel decking
  • Install structural bracing and miscellaneous steel
  • Read and work from structural drawings
  • Work safely at heights using proper fall protection
  • Operate aerial lifts and other equipment as needed
  • Follow all JGM and client safety requirements


What We Need

  • Ironworker Apprentices: Less than 5 years of experience as an Ironworker
  • Ironworkers: 5+ years of Ironworker or structural steel experience
  • Experience with structural steel erection and connecting
  • Comfortable working at heights
  • Able to work 60+ hours per week
  • OSHA 10 preferred
  • Welding experience is a plus
  • Rigging experience is a plus


What You Get

  • Mileage to the project site and between projects
  • $120/day per diem (work 6, paid 7)
  • Paid holidays (after 90 days)
  • Overtime available
  • Long-term work with opportunities to continue on future JGM projects

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This Ironworker (Traveling) role at jgmusa is based in Little Rock, Arkansas, United States. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Ironworker (Traveling) role at jgmusa full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full Time position. It is posted as a Ironworker (Traveling) role in the Construction Direct department at jgmusa.
Which team or department does the Ironworker (Traveling) at jgmusa belong to?
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When was the Ironworker (Traveling) job at jgmusa posted?
This Ironworker (Traveling) position at jgmusa was posted on Aug 25, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Ironworker (Traveling)
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