Boilermaker Specialist: Boilers, Tubes & High-Pressure Systems

Thompson Construction Group, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Thompson Construction Group, Inc. seeks an experienced Boilermaker to fabricate, assemble, maintain and repair steam-generating boilers and related systems. The role requires hands-on work with high-pressure boilers, tube rolling, welding, and boiler inspections to ensure safe plant operation.

Applicants should have proven boiler-tube skills, blueprint literacy, and the ability to work in confined spaces and at heights. OT may be required; safety procedures are mandatory.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience with steam-generating boilers, boiler tubes, and pressure vessels.
• Strong knowledge of boiler tube installation, rolling, expanding, and welding techniques.
• Familiarity with ASME codes, standards, and power plant safety procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Skilled in using grinders, torches, hydraulic tube expanders, and pneumatic tools.
• Comfortable working in confined spaces, at heights, and in hot environments.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and mechanical aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, maintain, and repair steam-generating boilers, pressure vessels, tanks, and related equipment.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and technical manuals.
• Lay out, position, align, and secure components prior to assembly.
• Cut, shape and fit metal components to construct and repair boiler tubes, drums, and headers.
• Perform tube removal and tube replacement in boilers.
• Use torches, welding equipment, and cutting tools for fabrication and repair tasks.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, repairs, and work performed.
• Inspect boiler systems for cracks, leaks, corrosion, and other defects to ensure safety and quality standards.
• Conduct hydrostatic and pressure testing on repaired and newly installed systems.
• Preheat if necessary, using hand torch or heating furnace.
• Work in various positions—flat, horizontal, vertical, overhead.
• Collaborate with engineers, supervisors, and other trades to complete projects efficiently.

Skills

Boiler experience

Blueprint reading

Safety compliance

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Tools

Grinders

Torches

Hydraulic tube expanders

Pneumatic tools

Job description

Thompson Construction Group, Inc. seeks an experienced Boilermaker to fabricate, assemble, maintain and repair steam-generating boilers and related systems. The role requires hands-on work with high-pressure boilers, tube rolling, welding, and boiler inspections to ensure safe plant operation.

Applicants should have proven boiler-tube skills, blueprint literacy, and the ability to work in confined spaces and at heights. OT may be required; safety procedures are mandatory.