Job Description
Erection Foreman | Raising Gang Leader:
Structural Steel, Miscellaneous & Ornamental MetalsTATEFAB — White House, TN(Approximately 30 miles north of Nashville)BUILD HIGH STANDARDS. STRONG ACCOUNTABILITY. LEAD BY EXAMPLE.TATEFAB is seeking an experienced Structural Steel Erection Foreman / Working Foreman to lead field crews on commercial and industrial structural steel projects throughout Tennessee and the Southeast. The right candidate understands crane coordination, erection sequencing, structural drawings, jobsite communication, production accountability, and the importance of maintaining a safe, organized, and professional jobsite. Typical crews range from 4–15 ironworkers depending on project scope. This position requires leadership by example. Compensation & Schedule$85,000–$120,000+ annually depending on experience and leadership capability Full-Time Position Regional Travel throughout Tennessee and surrounding states required Per Diem / Travel compensation when applicable Company vehicle or vehicle allowance may be considered for qualified candidates Projects may involve extended hours, weekends, and temporary out-of-town assignments depending on construction schedules. Most projects are regional with periodic return-home opportunities. About TATEFABTATEFAB is a structural steel & miscellaneous metals fabrication and erection company. Nearly 60 years of notable projects — from Disney, Fort Campbell, Andrews Air Force Base, the Smithsonian National Museum, and NOAA Satellite Operations Facility, to these local landmarks: Broadwest Nashville, Vanderbilt and Saint Thomas Hospitals, the Conservatory at Gaylord Opryland, and historic renovations throughout downtown Broadway. This is a place where skill is respected, craftsmanship is rewarded, and careers are built to last.
Benefits:- Company-contributed health insurance
- Paid holidays
- Wellness / personal PTOTraining and certifications support
- Long-term advancement opportunity
- Position ResponsibilitiesSAFETY, QUALITY, and EXECUTIONPlanning & Sequencing
- Plan erection sequences and daily production activities
- Coordinate daily erection activities with project supervision and crane operators
- Coordinate deliveries, staging, rigging, and material flow
- Verify that structural members required for each erection sequence are identified and ready for installation
- Crew Leadership & SafetyBuild a safe, productive, team-oriented work environment
- Lead structural steel erection crews safely and efficiently
- Conduct daily jobsite safety discussions and hazard awareness
- Maintain production pace in accordance with project schedules ensuring quality and safety expectations are met
- Maintain accountability for attendance, workmanship, organization, and crew performance
- Maintain professionalism and composure under demanding project schedules
- Assist with bolt-up, plumbing, welding coordination, and miscellaneous metals installation as needed
- Mentor less experienced ironworkers and help develop crew capability
- Field Coordination & Reporting
- Complete daily progress reports
- Identify field issues early and develop practical solutions to maintain workflow and schedule
- Verify field layout dimensions, control lines, offsets, and elevations using optical levels, laser levels, or surveying instruments to ensure accurate member placement within specified construction tolerances
- Maintain professional communication with general contractors, inspectors, and project teams
- Positively represent TATEFAB to our clientele and the community
- Maintain accountability for company tools, equipment, consumables, and field materials
Qualifications:- REQUIREDExtensive ironworker and structural steel erection experience required
- Proven leadership or crew supervision experienceOSHA 30 CertificationOSHA 1926 Subpart R Training
- Valid Driver's License Required
- Knowledgeable of AISC and AWS D1.1 and D1.8 Standards
- Ability to Read and Interpret Design Documents and Field Erection Drawings Independently
- Installation Experience with Structural Steel, Stairs, Rails, and Miscellaneous Metals
Smartphone and willingness to use digital timekeeping, reporting, and communication systems required.
Must be capable of meeting project site access, safety, and pre-employment screening requirements.
PREFERREDRigging & Signalperson, MEWP, and Forklift Certifications
Erection Experience with Seismic-Design Criteria Projects
Proficient and Experienced Welder (FCAW/SMAW)
Familiarity with cranes, forklifts, aerial work platforms, scaffolding platforms, welders, and equipment
Proficient use of optical levels, laser levels, or surveying instruments for layout verification and elevation control
Bi-Lingual (Spanish & English) is a plus.
Physical & Work Requirements
Climb and work at elevated heights
Work safely in active construction environments
Work in confined spaces when required
Willingness to work extended hours and in varying weather conditions
Ability to handle tools, equipment, and structural steel materials
Ability to position, align, and secure members for bolting and welding operations
What We ValueStrong work ethic and sense of ownership
Reliability and consistent attendance
Accountability and professionalism
Pride in quality workmanship
We are building a more disciplined, accountable, and production-focused operation — and we need strong leadership to help raise the standard. Ready to lead? Apply now or contact us.
TATEFAB is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a team based on professionalism, skill, reliability, work ethic, and qualifications without regard to protected status under applicable law.
