Boilermaker helper

ADP, Inc.; Sabine Pass (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown & Root Industrial Services in Texas is seeking helpers with field experience to assemble, inspect, and repair boilers, tanks, and pressure vessels according to blueprints. You will use power and hand tools and follow safety rules on site.

Responsibilities include locating reference points, aligning structures, performing cutting and welding tasks, and assisting with testing and maintenance as needed. Prior experience in boiler-related trades is preferred; training on site will be provided

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.

Responsibilities

• Locate and mark reference points for columns or plates on foundation, use a square, transit and measuring tape.
• Attach rigging or signal crane operator to lift components to specified position.
• Align structures or plate sections to assemble boiler frame, tanks or vats; plumb and level.
• Hammer, flame-cut, file, grind irregular edges of sections or parts to fit edges.
• Bolts or arc-welds structures and sections together.
• Perform minor maintenance or cleaning activities with tools and equipment.

Skills

Shop mathematics

Plan work

Blueprint reading

3D visualization

Attention to detail

Height safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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

• Strength:
  • Standing 60%
  • Walking 20%
  • Sitting 20%
  • Lifting 50 lb.
  • Carrying 50 lb.
  • Pushing 70 ft‑lb.
  • Pulling 70 ft‑lb.
• Climbing F
• Balancing F
• Stooping O
• Kneeling O
• Crouching O
• Crawling O
• Reaching C
• Handling C
• Fingering F

EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS

• NP: Not Present
• O: Occasionally (0‑33%)
• F: Frequently (34‑66%)
• C: Constantly (67‑100%)

STATE

Texas

JOB DESCRIPTION

SUMMARY

Helpers (includes helpers 0 months – helper 42 months) – Preferred minimum of 6 months documented field experience in chosen craft discipline. Must have the ability to read and interpret instructions and documentation. The level and degree of job responsibilities and requirements vary depending on months of experience and assigned job step.

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, use a square, transit and measuring tape and apply knowledge of geometry.
• Attach rigging or signal crane operator to lift components to specified position.
• Align structures or plate sections to assemble boiler frame, tanks or vats; single plumb, bobs, levels, wedges, dogs or turnbuckles.
• Hammer, flame‑cut, file, grind irregular edges of sections or structural parts to facilitate fitting edges together.
• Bolts or arc‑welds structures and sections together.
• Position drums and headers into supports or bolt or welds supports to frame.
• Align water tubes, connect and expand ends to drums and headers using tube expander.
• Bolts or welds casing sections, uptakes, stacks, baffles and such fabricated parts as chutes, air heaters, fan stands, feeding tube, 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 connection 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.
• May fasten and caulk sections of vessels, using pneumatic fasteners and caulking hammers.
• May line firebox with refractory brick and blocks.
• May fabricate parts such as stacks, uptakes, and chutes to adapt boiler to premises in which it is installed.
• Flame cutting and knowledge of torch use.
• Responsible for observing and complying with all safety and project rules.
• Perform other duties as required.

EEO STATEMENT

Brown & Root Industrial Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

BENEFITS

Brown and Root offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which include a 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, and flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.