Boilermaker

The Shaw Group

Walker (LA)

On-site

USD 45,000 - 75,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligibility

PTO after 90 days

Paid holidays

401k with match

No per diem

Job summary

The Shaw Group is seeking an experienced assembler to construct and align boiler-related components at our Louisiana facility. You will work from blueprints, use power and hand tools, and assist with testing and commissioning of water-tube boilers.

The role requires meticulous attention to measurements and safety procedures. Responsibilities include marking points, aligning sections, welding or bolting parts, and performing routine maintenance.

Qualifications

Attention to precise limits and accuracy
Plan work and select proper tools
Spatial visualization from plans and drawings
Decision-making based on measurable criteria

Responsibilities

Locate and mark reference points for foundation and components
Align and assemble boiler frames, tanks, and vessels
Bolt, weld, or fasten sections as required
Test assembled vessels and inspect for leaks
Perform basic maintenance and cleaning tasks
Assist crane operator and handle rigging as needed

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Benefits

Benefits-eligible within first 30 of employment
Paid Time Off after 90 days of employment
Paid holidays
401k with company match - eligible within first 30 days of employment
Position does NOT pay per diem

Summary

Assembles, analyzes for defects, and repairs boilers, tanks, vats, and pressure vessels, boiler auxiliaries, and ancillaries according to blueprints specifications, using power tools and hand tools.

Responsibilities

Locate and mark reference points for columns or plates on foundation, using a master straight edge, squares, transit and measuring tape, and applying knowledge of geometry.
Attach rigging or signal crane operator to lift components to specified position.
Align structures or plates sections to assemble boiler frame, tanks, or vats, using plumb bobs, levels, wedges, dogs or turnbuckles.
Hammer, flame-cut, file and grind irregular edges of sections or structural parts to facilitate fitting edges together.
Bolts or arc-weld structures and sections together.
Position drums and headers into supports, bolts or weld supports to frame.
Align water tubes, connect and expand ends to drums and headers using a tube expander.
Bolts or weld casing sections, uptakes, stacks, baffles and fabricated parts such as chutes, air heaters, fan stands, feeding tubes, cat walks, ladders, coal hoppers and safety hatch to frame using wrenches.
Perform minor maintenance or cleaning activities with tools and equipment.
Install manholes, handholds, valves, gauges, and feed water connections in drums to complete assembly of water-tube boilers.
Signal crane operator in lifting parts to specific positions.
Assist in testing assembled vessels by pumping water or gas under specified pressure into vessels and observing instruments for evidence of leakage.
Repair boilers or tanks in field by unbolting or flame-cutting defective sections or tubes, straightening plates using torch or jacks, installing new tubes, fitting and welding new sections, and replacing worn lugs on bolts.
Fasten and caulk sections of vessels using pneumatic fasteners and caulking hammers (if required).
Line firebox with refractory brick and blocks (if required).
Fabricate parts such as stacks, uptakes, and chutes to adapt boiler to premises in which it is installed (if required).
Flame cut and use torch (if required).
Observe and comply with all safety and project rules; perform other duties as required.

Job Requirements

Work within precise limits or standards of accuracy.
Apply shop mathematics to solve problems.
Plan work and select proper tools.
Compare and see differences in the size, shape and form of lines, figures and objects.
Visualize objects in three dimensions from plans and drawings.
Make decisions based on measurable criteria.
Work at heights without fear.

Qualifications

May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager.

Physical Requirements