Helpful school subjects
construction technology, mathematics, technical drawing, physics, welding, co-op and SHSM.
← Reinforcing Rodworker overview
02 · WHY · ASSEMBLE PATH
Why might Reinforcing Rodworker 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
$54,000low
$88,680median
$104,000high
Ontario Job Bank hourly rates multiplied by 2,000 paid hours: $27.00, $44.34 and $52.00. 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 Reinforcing Rodworker.
Start anywhere.
There is no minimum and no passing score.
REALITIES TO CONSIDER
Interesting work can still be demanding.
- heavy and repetitive material handling
- work at height and on open decks
- sharp steel and trip hazards
- outdoor weather and project travel
- high-force post-tensioning operations
Strengths to practise
drawing interpretation, physical coordination, placement accuracy, rigging awareness, team communication.
Careers to compare
Ironworker Generalist, Precast Concrete Erector, Cement Concrete Finisher, Crane Operator, Reinforcing Supervisor.
EVIDENCE BASE
Sources & verification
Regulated, numerical and time-sensitive claims link to the authority used. Accessed and reviewed August 25, 2026.
Skilled Trades Ontario — Reinforcing Rodworker ↗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.