About Us:
RKO Steel started in 1983 by serving the oil & gas market off the shore of Halifax. Steadily over time, we expanded to other industries, both nationally and internationally. Over the last 4 plus decades, we have seen the company grow and face challenges without shying away from them. Our structural steel sector has the ability to produce over 5,000 tons of structural steel each year in our fully modernized fabrication facility. Given that RKO is a fabricator and erector that provides detailing as well, we are fully equipped to tackle any sized project.
Job Description:
We are hiring 2-3 candidates and looking for applicants in the junior to senior level roles. Wage will vary based on experience of the candidates. Position based on working at RKO offices in Amherst (Amherst Detailing Services)
Key Roles and Responsibilities:
- interprets the fabrication requirements for miscellaneous & structural steel components using contract drawings (Architectural & Structural), specifications, industry and government codes, and the instructions of engineers and architects.
- prepares detailed construction drawings for customer review and subsequent erection.
- Co-ordinates connection design with engineering.
- Model and prepares shop drawings that are used to fabricate beams, columns, stairways and other steel components of buildings and structures while using Tekla Structures Software.
Skills and Qualifications
- Be proficient in AutoCAD, TEKLA - Structural or other similar 3D modelling software
- Be proficient in drafting techniques.
- Be proficient in mathematics and physics.
- Be proficient at reading contractual documents and drawings.
- Have good problem solving skills and the ability to pay attention to detail
- Have a good understanding of shop fabrication techniques, equipment and standards.
- Have a working knowledge of erection procedures, connection clearances and site safety requirements
- Have a basic knowledge of welding and welding symbols
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work well in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment.
Experience:
1. AutoCAD: 1 year (preferred)
2. Drafting: 1 year (preferred)
3. Tekla Structures or similar 3D Modelling Software: 1 year (preferred)
Job Type: Full-time
Expected hours: 40 per week
Additional pay:
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Vision care
Schedule:
Experience:
- AutoCAD: 1 year (preferred)
- Tekla: 1 year (required)
- drafting: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person