Best suited to experienced industrial maintenance professionals working in refinery environments with a strong emphasis on safety and hands-on technical skills.
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Original posting from Zachry Group
This role is responsible for the repair, replacement, fabrication, and maintenance of industrial piping systems, boilers, pumps, and related equipment. The ideal candidate will have extensive maintenance experience, strong troubleshooting abilities, and the knowledge to work safely in an industrial refinery environment.
Position Summary
The Boilermaker will remove, replace, repair, and maintain various piping systems and equipment. Responsibilities include work on soot blowers, burners, dampers, pumps, pressure parts, and other boiler-related components. Candidates should have experience with industrial maintenance activities, equipment troubleshooting, fabrication, rigging, and installation practices.
Qualifications
Minimum 6+ years of Industrial Boilermaker experience.
NCCER Industrial Boilermaker Certification preferred.
Must pass a Boilermaker Craft Test.
NCCER Written Assessment or NCCER Certification required.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications.
Experience with industrial maintenance projects.
Experience repairing and maintaining pumps, piping systems, and boiler components.
Must be self-motivated and safety focused.
Ability to work rotating schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays as required.
Must have reliable transportation.
Must possess a valid driver's license.
Must provide required tools of the trade.
Position Responsibilities
Read blueprints, specifications, and work instructions to determine work requirements.
Plan and execute maintenance, repair, and fabrication activities.
Remove, install, repair, and replace piping systems and related equipment.
Fabricate steel components using torches, plasma cutters, grinders, band saws, and other tools.
Perform minor pipe fabrication and field measurements.
Prepare piping and steel for welding activities.
Repair and maintain boiler components including burners, dampers, soot blowers, and associated systems.
Troubleshoot mechanical equipment and identify both minor and major equipment issues.
Dismantle, inspect, repair, and reassemble pumps and related equipment.
Hoist equipment and materials using cranes, chain falls, come-a-longs, and other rigging equipment.
Maintain compliance with all safety policies, procedures, and refinery requirements.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge & Skills
Leadership & Safety
Ability to lead and direct helpers when assigned.
Strong commitment to safe work practices.
Ability to stop work when unsafe conditions or concerns exist.
Understand hazard recognition and mitigation practices.
Drawings & Specifications
Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
Locate piece marks and elevations.
Understand specifications and installation requirements.
Identify symbols and legends used in construction drawings.
Pipe & Mechanical Work
Pipe installation and bolt-up procedures.
Valve installation and maintenance.
Proper use of torque wrenches.
Pipe layout and field measurements.
Equipment disassembly and reassembly.
Fabrication
Read and interpret cut sheets.
Layout and fabricate materials from drawings.
Execute fabrication activities accurately and efficiently.
Tools & Equipment
Knowledge and experience with:
Torque wrenches
Mill Hogs
Cutting torches
Plasma cutters
Chop saws
Magnetic drills
Hogan drills
Grinders
Band saws
Math Skills
Addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
Fractions and dimensional calculations.
Material takeoffs and measurements required for craft work.
Certifications & Licenses
Required:
Valid Driver's License
Preferred:
NCCER Industrial Boilermaker Certification
Physical Requirements
Ability to stand, walk, bend, squat, and lift throughout the workday.
Ability to lift, carry, and move up to 50 pounds.
Ability to climb ladders, stairways, and work from elevated platforms.
Ability to work at heights up to 300 feet while utilizing proper fall protection.
Ability to work in confined spaces.
Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, snow, and wind.
Ability to wear required PPE, including:
Hard hat
Safety glasses
Gloves
Face shield
Hearing protection
Fall protection harness
Goggles
Work Schedule
Rotating schedule required.
Must be available to work nights, weekends, and overtime as needed.
Why Join Zachry?
Long-term maintenance opportunity
Safety-focused culture
Industry-leading team
Opportunity to work in a large refinery environment
Career growth and development opportunities
Selected candidates must pass all applicable pre-employment and site-specific requirements.
ZACHRY is dedicated to providing a Safe and Drug-Free Work Environment and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Source: Zachry Group careers