Boilermaker Lead — On‑Site Industrial Fabrication

Austin External; Freeport (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin Industrial is seeking a Boilermaker Lead for our Freeport, TX location. You will construct, assemble, maintain, and repair boilers and boiler house auxiliaries in industrial settings. The role involves reading blueprints, welding, rigging, and heavy lifting with a strong emphasis on safety and quality.

Required are 3+ years of journeyman experience, NCCER certification, and a valid driver’s license. This is a full-time, on-site position with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of journeyman-level experience.
• NCCER certification and a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to work in industrial environments and lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Examine boilers, pressure vessels, tanks, or vats to locate defects.
• Bolt or arc welds pressure vessel structures and parts together.
• Inspect components to locate defects.
• Repair or replace defective parts using torches and welding equipment.
• Attach rigging and signal crane or hoist operators for lifting.
• Weld tube ends to ensure leakproof joints.
• Lay out plate and mark cutting lines using templates.
• Install manholes and connections in boilers using hand tools.

Education

NCCER certification

Valid Driver’s License

Tools

Welding equipment

Power saws

Hand tools

Job description

Austin Industrial is seeking a Boilermaker Lead for our Freeport, TX location. You will construct, assemble, maintain, and repair boilers and boiler house auxiliaries in industrial settings. The role involves reading blueprints, welding, rigging, and heavy lifting with a strong emphasis on safety and quality.

Required are 3+ years of journeyman experience, NCCER certification, and a valid driver’s license. This is a full-time, on-site position with competitive pay and benefits.