Experienced Boilermaker: Boiler Fabrication & Maintenance

Thompson Construction Group, Inc.; Apple Grove (WV); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Thompson Construction Group, Inc. seeks an experienced Boilermaker to support the fabrication, assembly, maintenance, and repair of steam boilers and related boiler tube systems.

The ideal candidate will perform with high‑pressure boilers, tube rolling, welding, and inspections to keep plant operations safe and efficient. This role requires reading blueprints and schematics, conducting hydrostatic tests, and following ASME and OSHA safety standards.

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.

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 records of inspections, repairs, and work performed.
• Inspect boiler systems for cracks, leaks, and defects; conduct hydrostatic tests.

Skills

Blueprints

Welding

Mechanical aptitude

Safety-conscious

Tools

Grinders

Torches

Hydraulic tube expanders

Pneumatic tools

Job description

Thompson Construction Group, Inc. seeks an experienced Boilermaker to support the fabrication, assembly, maintenance, and repair of steam boilers and related boiler tube systems.

The ideal candidate will perform with high‑pressure boilers, tube rolling, welding, and inspections to keep plant operations safe and efficient. This role requires reading blueprints and schematics, conducting hydrostatic tests, and following ASME and OSHA safety standards.