Iron Workers Local 290
The International Association of Bridge, Structural, Ornamental and Reinforcing Iron Workers
Ironworkers fabricate, erect, assemble and install fabricated structural metal products in industrial, commercial or large residential buildings. Ironworkers are categorized according to four different skills:
Structural: Erect the steel framework of bridges, buildings and other structures, including metal storage tanks and overhead crane runways.
Riggers and Machine Movers: Set up and rig hoisting equipment for erecting and dismantling structural steel frames and for moving heavy construction machinery and equipment.
Ornamental: Assemble and install grills, canopies, metal stairways, floor gratings, iron ladders, metal window sashes and doors, decorative iron railings and gates and lamp posts.
Reinforcing: Set steel bars in concrete forms to reinforce buildings and bridges.
About Local 290
Iron Workers Local 290 Union Hall Map
Local 290 Jurisdiction
The Local’s territory encompasses 20 counties in Ohio and an additional four counties in Indiana. Within Central Ohio, they have jurisdiction in the following counties:
- Madison
- Fayette
Local 290 is proud to provide the premier ironworker workforce within its jurisdiction.
About the International Union
The International Association of Bridge, Structural, Ornamental and Reinforcing Iron Workers
International Headquarters:
1750 New York Avenue NW, Lower Lobby,
Washington, D.C., 20006
Who We Represent
The IW represents 120,000 members in North America.
Our members have worked on nearly every major construction project imaginable, including landmarks such as the Golden Gate Bridge, the Sears Tower, the St. Louis Arch, the Oil Sands Plant Expansion in Alberta, the World Trade Center and Freedom Tower.
We represent ironworkers who work on bridges, structural steel, ornamental, architectural and miscellaneous metals, rebar, and in shops across North America. We build safely and skillfully, getting the job done right and on time.
We provide many benefits and support for our members. These benefits include the advantage of working under a collective bargaining agreement that brings bigger paychecks, better health and retirement benefits, more secure jobs and safe working conditions.