How do they match: Boilermakers

  • 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.

  • Attach rigging and signal crane or hoist operators to lift heavy frame and plate sections or other parts into place.
  • Lay out plate, sheet steel, or other heavy metal and locate and mark bending and cutting lines, using protractors, compasses, and drawing instruments or templates.

  • Operate cranes, hoists, or other moving or lifting equipment.
  • Assemble products or production equipment.
  • Inspect industrial or commercial equipment to ensure proper operation.
  • Review blueprints or specifications to determine work requirements.
  • Signal equipment operators to indicate proper equipment positioning.