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Travel Erector for Steel Halls

A profession where precision, teamwork, and travel meet

Job Responsibilities

The Travel Erector for Steel Halls has a broad and varied field of work. The work is usually performed in teams, where collaboration and communication are crucial for the project's success. The most common tasks include:

• Assembly of steel structures for halls, warehouses, industrial buildings, and similar facilities
• Reading and interpreting technical drawings and work descriptions
• Welding, bolting, and other fastening of steel parts
• Checking dimensions, angles, and heights to ensure the structure is correct and follows given specifications
• Working with machinery and tools such as overhead cranes, lifts, drills, and screwdrivers
• Working at heights and sometimes in exposed weather conditions
• Collaborating with other trade groups on the construction site, such as concrete workers, electricians, and carpenters
• Troubleshooting and adjustment as needed

Education and Experience

There are several paths to becoming a Travel Erector for Steel Halls. It is common to have a high school education in construction and infrastructure, preferably with a focus on sheet metal work, welding, or similar. Experience working with steel, assembly, and welding is often advantageous.

Certificates such as safe lifting, working at heights, crane operation, and hot work permits are often requirements or strong recommendations. Knowledge of reading drawings and technical documentation is also very valuable. Since the work may involve travel to different construction sites, both within Sweden and abroad, a driver's license is almost a mandatory requirement.

Personal Qualities and Skills

To thrive and succeed as a Travel Erector for Steel Halls, several personal qualities are required:

• Attention to detail: The work requires precision, as even the smallest error in assembly can have major consequences for the structure's safety.
• Flexibility: The nature of projects varies, and work can take place in different locations, often with short notice.
• Technical understanding: Ability to read drawings, understand structural integrity, and work with different types of materials and fastenings.
• Teamwork: The work is almost always carried out in teams where it is important to be able to communicate and solve problems together.
• Physical fitness: The job is often physically demanding, with heavy lifting and working at height.
• Initiative: Being able to take responsibility for your part of the work, identify errors, and suggest solutions.

Work Environment and Safety

Safety on the construction site is of utmost importance. As a Travel Erector for Steel Halls, you often work at heights, with heavy machinery, and sometimes in exposed weather conditions. Protective equipment such as helmets, harnesses, safety shoes, and hearing protection is mandatory. Continuous training in occupational health and safety procedures is often included as part of the profession.

Challenges and Rewards

Traveling is part of the charm of the profession but also entails certain challenges, such as being away from home for extended periods. For many, the variety and new experiences are a reward in themselves, while others appreciate the good opportunities for career development and networking.

Job Market and Future

Demand for skilled Travel Erectors building steel halls is good, especially within industry, logistics, and agriculture where steel halls are used for storage, machine houses, and production facilities. The need for flexible, sustainable, and quickly erected buildings makes steel halls a popular choice. At the same time, technology is developing, with new assembly methods, smart fastening solutions, and environmentally friendly materials.

Career Paths and Further Education

As a Travel Erector for Steel Halls, you can eventually further your education and take on greater responsibility, for example as a foreman, project manager, or trainer within the company. Many develop specialist competencies in welding, assembly, safety, or logistics. The industry also offers opportunities for international work and careers within larger construction companies.

Summary – Who are you?

We are looking for someone who is technically interested, driven, and enjoys working out in the field. You have an easy time collaborating and communicating with different people and are flexible regarding working hours and travel.

• You have some form of technical education or equivalent work experience.
• You are practical and have a structured approach to work.
• A B-class driver's license is required; C- or BE-class licenses are advantageous.
• You speak and write Swedish fluently. English is a requirement.
• You are meticulous, responsible, and have a high safety awareness.
• You are flexible and have the possibility to be away from home during the week.
• Experience in assembly, mechanics, electrical work, or similar is advantageous.

What We Offer

• Collective agreement.
• Individual competence development and training in new technologies.
• Service vehicle as well as tools and protective equipment.
• Travel compensation, per diems, and accommodation options as needed.
• Opportunity to work in a cohesive team with good morale.
• Customer contact with varied assignments that develop your skills.

How to Apply

Send your application with a CV and a cover letter explaining why you want to work as a Travel Erector and what you can contribute to the team. Mark your application with “Travel Erector” and send it to [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]) by September 1, 2026. Selection and interviews are conducted on an ongoing basis, so please submit your application as soon as possible!

Questions?

Feel free to contact our recruiter by phone at 076-1107200 or via email at [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]) for more information about the position or the workplace.