ONET Occupations » 47-2221.00

Structural Iron and Steel Workers

Raise, place, and unite iron or steel girders, columns, and other structural members to form completed structures or structural frameworks. May erect metal storage tanks and assemble prefabricated metal buildings.

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Parachute skills

  1. Pay attention to details - Data (4.65)
  2. Repair - Things (4.54)
  3. Set up, assemble - Things (4.54)
  4. Construct - Things (4.54)
  5. Finish, restore, preserve - Things (4.52)
  6. Cut, carve, chisel - Things (4.52)
  7. Operate, drive - Things (4.52)
  8. Shape, model, sculpt - Things (4.51)
  9. Make, produce, manufacture - Things (4.51)
  10. Initiate, lead, be a pioneer - People (4.42)
  11. Use my body, hands, fingers, with unusual dexterity or strength - Things (4.38)
  12. Design, use artistic abilities, be original - Data (4.26)
  13. Manipulate - Things (4.25)
  14. Coordinate - People (4.18)
  15. Use acute senses (hearing, smell, taste, sight) - Data (4.00)
  16. Convey warmth and empathy - People (3.90)
  17. Serve, care for, follow instructions faithfully - People (3.90)
  18. Imagine - Data (3.86)
  19. Follow through, get things done - People (3.84)
  20. Examine, inspect, compare, see similarities and differences - Data (3.84)
  21. Use my brain - Data (3.81)
  22. Control, expedite things - Things (3.75)
  23. Supervise, manage - People (3.68)
  24. Visualize, including in three dimensions - Data (3.63)
  25. Use my intuition - Data (3.63)
  26. Create, innovate, invent - Data (3.53)

ONET Skills

ONET Abilities

ONET Work Styles
  1. Operation Monitoring (3.75)
  2. Operation and Control (3.75)
  3. Coordination (3.62)
  1. Arm-Hand Steadiness (4.50)
  2. Multilimb Coordination (4.50)
  3. Static Strength (4.38)
  4. Manual Dexterity (4.25)
  5. Control Precision (4.13)
  6. Depth Perception (4.00)
  7. Near Vision (4.00)
  8. Finger Dexterity (3.88)
  9. Trunk Strength (3.88)
  10. Far Vision (3.75)
  11. Gross Body Equilibrium (3.75)
  12. Visualization (3.63)
  13. Extent Flexibility (3.63)
  14. Dynamic Strength (3.63)
  15. Reaction Time (3.63)
  16. Selective Attention (3.63)
  17. Problem Sensitivity (3.63)
  18. Stamina (3.50)
  19. Rate Control (3.50)
  20. Hearing Sensitivity (3.50)
  21. Auditory Attention (3.50)
  1. Attention to Detail (4.65)
  2. Dependability (4.64)
  3. Integrity (4.27)
  4. Initiative (4.25)
  5. Concern for Others (3.90)
  6. Cooperation (3.88)
  7. Persistence (3.84)
  8. Analytical Thinking (3.81)
  9. Leadership (3.78)
  10. Self Control (3.73)
  11. Stress Tolerance (3.69)
  12. Independence (3.68)
  13. Social Orientation (3.62)
  14. Innovation (3.53)
  15. Adaptability/Flexibility (3.52)
  16. Achievement/Effort (3.50)

Work Activities

Detailed Work Activities
  1. Performing General Physical Activities (4.54)
  2. Controlling Machines and Processes (4.52)
  3. Handling and Moving Objects (4.51)
  4. Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (4.47)
  5. Making Decisions and Solving Problems (4.42)
  6. Getting Information (4.36)
  7. Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material (4.30)
  8. Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (4.28)
  9. Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (4.27)
  10. Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (4.26)
  11. Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (4.18)
  12. Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (4.12)
  13. Scheduling Work and Activities (3.92)
  14. Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (3.86)
  15. Thinking Creatively (3.86)
  16. Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (3.84)
  17. Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (3.78)
  18. Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (3.68)
  19. Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (3.54)
  20. Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (3.50)
  1. Install Insulating Materials (4.54)
  2. Build Or Repair Structures In Construction, Repair, Or Manufacturing Setting (4.54)
  3. Erect Scaffold (4.54)
  4. Move Or Fit Heavy Objects (4.54)
  5. Weld Together Metal Parts, Components, Or Structures (4.52)
  6. Burn (Cut), Trim, Or Scarf Metal Objects (4.52)
  7. Use Turnbuckle In Structural Repair Or Assembly Work (4.52)
  8. Use Hand Or Power Tools (4.52)
  9. Use Measuring Devices In Construction Or Extraction Work (4.52)
  10. Use Arc Welding Equipment (4.52)
  11. Operate Hoist, Winch, Or Hydraulic Boom (4.52)
  12. Use Precision Measuring Tools Or Equipment (4.52)
  13. Use Acetylene Welding/Cutting Torch (4.52)
  14. Cut Metal Or Plastic (4.51)
  15. Fabricate, Assemble, Or Disassemble Manufactured Products By Hand (4.51)
  16. File, Sand, Grind, Or Polish Metal Or Plastic Objects (4.51)
  17. Make Independent Judgment In Assembly Procedures (4.42)
  18. Determine Project Methods And Procedures (4.42)
  19. Read Specifications (4.36)
  20. Read Blueprints (4.36)
  21. Recognize Characteristics Of Metals (4.26)
  22. Identify Properties Of Metals For Repair Or Fabrication Activities (4.26)
  23. Identify Base Metals For Welding (4.26)
  24. Recognize Characteristics Of Alloys (4.26)
  25. Signal Directions Or Warnings To Coworkers (4.12)
  26. Adhere To Safety Procedures (3.84)
  27. Perform Safety Inspections In Construction Or Resource Extraction Setting (3.84)
  28. Perform Safety Inspections In Industrial, Manufacturing Or Repair Setting (3.84)
  29. Use Combination Welding Procedures (3.54)