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Boilermakers
Job Information
Construct, assemble, maintain, and repair stationary steam boilers and boiler house auxiliaries. Align structures or plate sections to assemble boiler frame tanks or vats, following blueprints. Work involves use of hand and power tools, plumb bobs, levels, wedges, dogs, or turnbuckles. Assist in testing assembled vessels. Direct cleaning of boilers and boiler furnaces. Inspect and repair boiler fittings, such as safety valves, regulators, automatic-control mechanisms, water columns, and auxiliary machines.
Information
- Most boilermakers learn their job through a formal apprenticeship; people with a welding certification or other welding training get priority in selection to boilermaker apprenticeship programs.
- Boilermakers use potentially dangerous equipment and the work is physically demanding.
- Job opportunities are expected to be favorable.
Statistics
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Personality | I'm hands on |
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Salary | $56,910/yr ($28.46/hr) |
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Job Outlook | Average |
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Education | High School diploma |