Journeyman Boilermaker - Onsite Boiler Fabrication & Repair

Austin-Industrial; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin Industrial in Lake Charles, LA is seeking a Journeyman Boilermaker for on-site construction, maintenance, and repair of boilers and boiler house systems. You'll read blueprints, align structures, and weld components to ensure leak-proof joints, following safety and quality standards.

Applicants must have NCCER Boilermaker certification, a valid Driver’s License and TWIC Card, and 3–5 years of Journeyman experience. This is a full-time, on-site role with a rate of $31/hour.

Qualifications

• NCCER Boilermaker certification is required.
• Valid Driver’s License and TWIC Card needed.
• 3–5 years of Journeyman level experience required.

Responsibilities

• Examine boilers, pressure vessels, tanks, or vats to locate defects and plan repairs.
• Bolt or arc welds pressure vessel structures and parts together using welding equipment.
• Inspect vessels/parts to locate defects and ensure integrity.
• Repair or replace defective pressure vessel parts using appropriate tools and equipment.
• Attach rigging and signal crane/hoist operators to move heavy components into place.
• Lay out plates and sections per blueprints and mark cutting lines.

Skills

Boilermaking

Blueprint reading

Welding

Education

NCCER Boilermaker certification

Job description

Austin Industrial in Lake Charles, LA is seeking a Journeyman Boilermaker for on-site construction, maintenance, and repair of boilers and boiler house systems. You'll read blueprints, align structures, and weld components to ensure leak-proof joints, following safety and quality standards.

Applicants must have NCCER Boilermaker certification, a valid Driver’s License and TWIC Card, and 3–5 years of Journeyman experience. This is a full-time, on-site role with a rate of $31/hour.