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Posted 15 August, 2026

Structural Steel Foreman - $38-$40/hr + $100/day Per Diem

Advanced Steel Welding & Mechanical, LLC
Grand Forks, ND, US Full Time

Job Description

Structural Steel Foreman – $38–$40/hr + $100/day Per Diem

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Advanced Steel Welding & Mechanical, LLC is hiring an experienced Structural Steel Foreman for the St. Carlo Acutis Middle School project in Grand Forks, North Dakota, with McGough serving as the General Contractor.

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This is a working foreman position. We are looking for someone who can lead a structural steel erection crew, plan daily work, coordinate erection activities, and work alongside the crew when needed.

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Pay & Start

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    $38.00–$40.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications

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    $100/day per diem for eligible employees

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    Full-time

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    Overtime may be available or required depending on project needs

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    Start needed immediately / week of August 17, 2026

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    Steel delivery begins August 21

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    Structural steel erection begins August 24

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Responsibilities

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    Lead daily structural steel erection activities

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    Plan manpower and daily work assignments

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    Coordinate erection sequencing

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    Read structural and erection drawings

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    Direct rigging, connecting, bolt-up, welding, and miscellaneous steel installation

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    Coordinate crane picks and material staging

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    Communicate with the General Contractor and other trades

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    Monitor productivity, workmanship, and safety

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    Verify use of fall protection and safe work practices

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    Participate in daily planning and hazard recognition

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    Identify unsafe conditions and stop work when needed

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    Assist with field erection activities when necessary

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    Help maintain tools, equipment, and organized work areas

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Required Experience

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Qualified candidates should have strong experience in:

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    Structural steel erection

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    Leading ironworker or erection crews

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    Rigging structural steel

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    Connecting and bolt-up

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    Crane signaling and coordination

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    Reading structural drawings

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    Erection sequencing

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    Working at heights

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    Fall protection

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    Boom lift / aerial lift work

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    Telehandler / forklift operation

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Previous structural steel foreman or lead ironworker experience is required.

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Certifications

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McGough requires appropriate certification for employees performing certain work on this project.

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Depending on duties performed, applicants must be able to provide applicable current certification or qualification for:

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    Rigging

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    Forklift / Telehandler operation

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    Welding

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Candidates with multiple current certifications will receive preference.

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Additional valuable certifications include:

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    OSHA 30

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    OSHA 10

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    Signal Person

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    Boom Lift / Aerial Lift

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    Fall Protection

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    First Aid / CPR

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Welding Experience

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Structural and field welding experience is strongly preferred.

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Candidates who are certified to weld should be prepared to identify their current welding processes, positions, and certification status.

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What We Are Looking For

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We are looking for a foreman who can:

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    Lead by example

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    Give clear direction to crew members

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    Plan work efficiently

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    Maintain accountability

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    Communicate professionally with the GC and other trades

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    Recognize rigging and erection hazards

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    Make sound field decisions

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    Keep the crew productive and organized

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    Maintain strong safety standards

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    Work alongside the crew when necessary

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Applicants must be dependable, safety-minded, able to work at heights, and willing to work on-site in Grand Forks, North Dakota.

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To Apply

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Please include:

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    Years of structural steel erection experience

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    Years of foreman or crew-lead experience

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    Rigging experience and certifications

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    Welding experience and certifications

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    Forklift / telehandler certifications

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    OSHA and other safety certifications

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    Equipment operating experience

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    Experience reading erection drawings

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    Earliest available start date

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    Current phone number

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Advanced Steel Welding & Mechanical, LLC is seeking an experienced structural steel professional who can safely and efficiently lead a crew while remaining actively involved in field operations.