Structural-metal preparers and erectors

Structural metal preparers and erectors assemble, erect and dismantle structural metal frames of buildings and other structures.

Skill level: Semi-skilled

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Salary range for the majority of workers in Structural-metal preparers and erectors - from $2,427 to $6,302 per month - 2026.
A Structural-metal preparers and erectors typically earns between $2,427 and $4,283 gross per month at the start of the job.
After 5 years of service, this is between $2,515 and $4,885 per month for a working week of 40 hours.

Marking metal framework as a guide when drilling, cutting, and shaping metal stock for use in buildings, ships and other structures
Drilling, cutting and shaping structural steel in a workshop
Erecting steel framework for buildings, bridges and other constructions
Assembling and erecting the framework and other metal parts of ships' structures
Shaping and fitting structural steel plates of ships under construction or repair
Riveting structural metal members by hand, machine or pneumatic riveter