How much does a rebar worker make?

They read plans, measure, cut, bend, and tie steel bars into grids inside concrete forms. They may unload rebar trucks and use forklifts or cranes to move the bars before concrete is poured.

Did you know? Ironworkers mostly work with steel—not iron—but they are still commonly called “ironworkers.”

In the U.S., finish high school or earn a GED, then apply for an ironworker apprenticeship, usually around age 18. Apprentices typically train for 3–4 years, learning in class and on paid job sites.

School needed: High school plus some training

Good for people who like building and doing and keeping things organized

Why does pay differ?

In the U.S., experienced rebar workers and workers with useful welding, rigging, or crane-signaling certificates may earn more. Pay also depends on the employer and type of construction, the local area, and hours worked.