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Stephanie Noon: Ironworker, Local 721 Rep, & Mental Health and Women in the Trades Advocate
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Take a break, we're on Smoko! This week we're joined by Steph Noon, an ironworker with experience in bridge structural, ornamental, and reinforcing steel work. Steph shares her experience and insights into the world of ironworking.
We discuss how she discovered the trade and the variety of projects ironworkers are involved in, including residential and industrial construction. Steph highlights the importance of safety culture in the industry and the opportunities for specialization in welding, and heavy-duty machine operation.
Steph walks through the education and hours required to become a journeyman, speaking to the apprenticeship process, the on-the-job training, and the role of the union.
Steph shares her experience working in a nuclear power plant and a cement plant shut down; discussing her favourite and least favourite projects. Steph, discusses the safety and thrill of ironworking, the importance of teamwork with other trades, the physical demands of the job, the future of the industry, misconceptions and barriers for women in ironworking, and advice for women considering the trade.
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