NCCER Boilermaker

Zachry Group•Clute, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Boilermaker constructs iron and steel structures to specifications, working with the mechanical department on an industrial new-construction plant and related structures. The role involves interpreting drawings and specifications, fabricating and erecting steel, rigging and positioning materials, connecting structural members, and cutting, bending, and welding metal. The employee must follow safe work practices, meet the position’s physical requirements, and be able to work at heights exceeding 300 feet.

Requirements

At least 4 years of experience as a Boilermaker Helper, Boilermaker Ironworker, or in a comparable position.
Possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the position and be able to perform all craft-trade duties.
Ability to lead steel erection, fabrication, grid layout, and rigging work.
Ability to read and understand IFC drawings, craft specifications, procedures, recommendations, and cut sheets.
Ability to interpret drawing details, notes, ECNs, holds, piece marks, elevations, symbols, and installation orientations.
Knowledge of safe rigging practices, knots, connecting, bolting, torque and tension, turn-of-the-nut methods, indicators, and use of a Skidmore.
Knowledge of specialty tools, basic welding, cutting-torch setup and use, and safe operation of cranes, forklifts, and man lifts.
Ability to meet all physical requirements and work at heights exceeding 300 feet.
Must have all required tools and reliable transportation.
Must be willing to perform additional duties as instructed.

Nice To Haves

Experience with industrial machinery installation, repair, and maintenance, including power-generation machines and equipment.
Experience as a Millwright helper on a new-construction project.
Zachry ROF’ed employee or former Zachry employee.
Basic computer proficiency.
Formal or technical education.

Responsibilities

Read blueprints and specifications to determine the scope of work, including material locations, quantities, and sizes.
Identify tools needed for tasks and safety risks and precautions required to eliminate them.
Fabricate equipment according to blueprints or supervisor instructions.
Hoist equipment and tools into position using bull rigging or a crane.
Verify the vertical and horizontal alignment of structural-steel members using plumb bobs, laser equipment, transits, or levels.
Connect columns, beams, and girders with bolts according to blueprints and supervisor instructions.
Bolt aligned structural-steel members in position for permanent riveting or bolting.
Pull, push, or pry iron and steel equipment into approximate position for bolting.
Cut, bend, and weld iron and steel pieces using metal shears, torches, and welding equipment.
Take the lead in steel erection, fabrication, grid layout, and rigging.
Read and interpret IFC drawings, craft specifications, cut sheets, drawing notes, piece marks, elevations, symbols, and installation orientations.
Prepare hang lists, lay out work from drawings, and cut material according to layouts and cut sheets.
Determine when to stop production work and when to initiate an RFI.
Apply safe rigging and connecting practices, including knots, bolting procedures, torque and tension methods, indicators, and use of a Skidmore.
Use specialty tools and equipment, including torque wrenches, Skidmore devices, torque guns, mag drills, and hogan drills.
Perform basic welding and operate and maintain cutting torches, including setup, safe use, cleaning, and selection of tips.
Operate or flag cranes, forklifts, and man lifts, including JLGs and man baskets; perform basic inspections and maintenance.
Use basic arithmetic, fractions, and measurements to perform craft duties.
Perform additional duties as instructed.