Helpful school subjects
construction technology, mathematics, physics, welding, technical drawing, co-op and SHSM.
← Ironworker – Structural and Ornamental overview
02 · WHY · ASSEMBLE PATH
Why might Ironworker – Structural and Ornamental fit me?
Career fit is not a score. Notice what interests you, then compare that curiosity with real workplaces and real people.
ESTIMATED ANNUAL EARNINGS
$64,540low
$84,000median
$100,500high
Ontario Job Bank hourly rates multiplied by 2,000 paid hours: $32.27, $42.00 and $50.25. Before tax; overtime, premiums, benefits, unpaid time and self-employment income are excluded.
FIT EXPLORATION
What sounds like you—right now?
Select any statements you want to think about. Your answers can change as you learn about Ironworker – Structural and Ornamental.
Start anywhere.
There is no minimum and no passing score.
REALITIES TO CONSIDER
Interesting work can still be demanding.
- work at height
- suspended steel
- outdoor weather
- travel and project schedules
- critical connection tolerances
Strengths to practise
height confidence, precision alignment, rigging judgment, teamwork, visual-spatial skill.
Careers to compare
Ironworker Generalist, Metal Fabricator, Boilermaker, Crane Operator, Architectural Metal Technician.
EVIDENCE BASE
Sources & verification
Regulated, numerical and time-sensitive claims link to the authority used. Accessed and reviewed August 25, 2026.
Skilled Trades Ontario — Ironworker – Structural and Ornamental ↗Official scope, duties, training and certificationGovernment of Canada Job Bank — Ontario wages ↗Ontario low, median and high employee wage benchmarkSkilled Trades Ontario — Start an apprenticeship ↗Eligibility, sponsors and registrationOntario — OYAP ↗High-school apprenticeship pathway
Meet the people and workplaces behind the trade.