Posted 7 months ago
Ironworker (Structural/Ornamental)
@ Traction
Toronto, Ontario
Overview
Traction is hiring a full-time Ironworker (Structural/Ornamental) for its steel erection team, for a Journeyperson or senior apprentice working toward the Red Seal Endorsement. The work covers erecting structural steel, installing architectural metalwork, rigging heavy lifts and field welding at extreme heights. Pay is described only as top-tier wages; no amount or schedule is stated.
Responsibilities:
- Erect and connect structural steel frames, girders and columns
- Install ornamental and curtain wall architectural metalwork
- Plan and execute heavy lifts with cranes and derricks
- Perform field welding and oxy-fuel or plasma cutting
- Maintain 100% fall protection tie-off at heights
Requirements summary:
- Journeyperson or senior apprentice finishing Red Seal requirements
- Expert blueprint and erection drawing reading
- Valid fall protection, rigging and AWP certifications
- CWB welding tickets highly preferred
- Strength and stamina for heights and all weather
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-04-09
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-12
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-12
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Construction trades |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none |
| Work setting | Construction site, Outdoors |
| Position | On the move |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer low |
| Licences & certifications | Red Seal Endorsement, Fall Protection, Rigging, Signaling, Aerial Work Platform, CWB |
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Traction
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Traction is the largest network of heavy vehicle replacement parts and accessories stores in Canada.
Full company description
Traction is Canada's largest network of stores that sell parts, accessories, tools, and equipment for trucks and trailers. It's also the only network that's present from coast to coast with more than 120 stores. The Traction network, which is part of UAP’s Heavy Vehicle Parts Division (HVPD), offers more than 500,000 products from over 1,000 suppliers dedicated to trucks and trailers. In every Traction store, you can count on the expertise and service of heavy vehicles specialists. The Traction network serves single truck operators as well as businesses with fleets of several thousand trucks and trailers. Traction services all sectors, including freight transportation, public services, construction, mining, forestry, passenger transportation, to name a few.
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- Other recorded names
- Traction
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- heavy vehicule
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Traction is Canada's largest network of stores that sell parts, accessories, tools, and equipment for trucks and trailers. It's also the only network that's present from coast to coast with more than 120 stores. The Traction network, which is part of UAP’s Heavy Vehicle Parts Division (HVPD), offers more than 500,000 products from over 1,000 suppliers dedicated to trucks and trailers. In every Traction store, you…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Truck Transportation |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Year founded | 2000 |
| Specialties | heavy vehiculevehicule partsstoresand Retail |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 10 |
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Job Posting: Ironworker - Structural/Ornamental (RSE Focused)
Location: [Insert Location, Canada]
Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Credentials: Holds or looking to finish their requirements to achieve their Red Seal Endorsement (RSE) Reporting To: Raising Gang Foreman / Ornamental Lead
The Opportunity
We are seeking a high-performing Ironworker (Structural/Ornamental) to join our elite steel erection team. This position is tailored for a professional who holds or is looking to finish their requirements to achieve their Red Seal Endorsement (RSE).
While the "Reinforcing" branch focuses on the internal muscle of concrete, this role is dedicated to the skeletal framework and the visible finishing of Canada’s most iconic structures. Whether you are a seasoned Journeyperson or a senior apprentice in your final year, you will be expected to work to the Red Seal Occupational Standard (RSOS), ensuring structural integrity and aesthetic perfection.
Core Responsibilities
In accordance with the national standards for the Ironworker (Structural/Ornamental) trade, your primary duties include:
Structural Steel Erection: Unload, hoist, and erect structural steel frames, girders, and columns. Perform "connecting" duties, involving the alignment of members and the installation of high-strength bolts (A325/A490).
Plumbing & Squaring: Use plumb bobs, lasers, and transit levels to ensure the structure is perfectly vertical and aligned before final bolting and welding.
Ornamental & Miscellaneous Work: Install architectural metalwork, including curtain walls, glass railings, ornamental stairs, catwalks, and finishing grilles. This requires a high degree of precision to avoid damaging finished surfaces.
Rigging & Hoisting: Plan and execute heavy lifts using cranes and derricks. Select appropriate slings, shackles, and spreader bars. Provide clear, standard hand or radio signals to operators.
Field Fabrication & Welding: Perform field welding (SMAW/FCAW) to secure joints and components. Execute oxy-fuel and plasma cutting for on-site modifications.
Building Envelope: Install metal decking and siding systems, ensuring proper fastening and weather-tight overlapping.
Safety & Fall Protection: Maintain 100% tie-off compliance while working at extreme heights. Lead by example in the use of perimeter cables, safety nets, and aerial work platforms.
Mentorship: If certified, supervise and sign off on the hours of junior apprentices. If finishing requirements, work with our Journeypersons to master Major Work Activities (MWAs) such as complex curtain wall systems and heavy structural connections.
Qualifications & Requirements
Certification Status: Must be a Journeyperson or a Senior Apprentice currently looking to finish their requirements to achieve their Red Seal Endorsement (RSE).
Technical Proficiency: Expert understanding of blueprints, erection drawings, and weld symbols. CWB (Canadian Welding Bureau) tickets are highly preferred.
Physical Stamina: Exceptional physical strength and the ability to work comfortably at extreme heights and in all Canadian weather conditions.
Spatial Awareness: Ability to visualize complex 3D structures and move heavy, awkward components with surgical precision.
Safety Certifications: Valid Fall Protection, Rigging/Signaling, and Aerial Work Platform (AWP) certifications are mandatory.
The Red Seal Standard
The Structural/Ornamental Red Seal is the mark of a master of the skyline. We support your career growth by providing:
The Path to Completion: For those finishing their RSE, we offer exposure to a diverse range of work—from heavy industrial steel to intricate architectural glass systems—to ensure you are prepared for the Interprovincial Exam.
Competitive Compensation: Top-tier wages that reflect the high-skill, high-risk nature of structural and ornamental work.
National Mobility: An RSE credential that is recognized across every province and territory, giving you access to the premier construction projects in Canada.
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