Ironworker in Atlanta, GA
Salary data, training programs, and job outlook for Atlanta-area Ironworkers
💰 Atlanta Area Salary
Salaries vary by employer, experience, and certifications. Atlanta figures based on regional BLS data and cost-of-living adjustments.
📋 About Ironworker Work in Atlanta
Ironworkers erect structural steel for skyscrapers, bridges, and stadiums — working at dizzying heights. They also place rebar reinforcement for concrete and rig heavy equipment. It's physically demanding, extremely well-paid, and comes with strong union benefits.
What You Do Day-to-Day
- Erect structural steel beams and columns
- Connect and bolt steel framing
- Place and tie rebar in concrete forms
- Rig and signal crane lifts
- Weld and torch-cut structural steel
🎓 Training Programs Near Atlanta
Browse all Georgia schools offering Ironworker programs.
📈 Job Outlook
National Growth: 4% (Average)
National Jobs: 89K employed nationwide
Credential Required: IRONWORKERS Local Union Apprenticeship
Typical Program: Ironworker Apprenticeship (4 years) — 4 years