Journeyman Boilermaker – Onsite Tech & Weld Specialist

Austin-Industrial; Freeport (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin Industrial in Freeport, TX, is seeking a skilled Boilermaker to construct, repair, and maintain stationary boilers and boiler house auxiliaries on-site. You will read blueprints, cut and fit parts, and weld assemblies using hand and power tools.

The role involves testing vessels and complying with safety standards. Required qualifications include NCCER Boilermaker certification, a valid driver’s license, and 3–5 years of journeyman experience in boilermaker work.

Qualifications

• NCCER Boilermaker certification and a valid driver’s license.
• 3–5 years of journeyman level experience in boilermaker work.
• Ability to read blueprints and work safely in an industrial setting.

Responsibilities

• Examine boilers, pressure vessels, tanks, or vats to locate defects for repair.
• Bolt or arc welds pressure vessel structures using welding equipment.
• Inspect vessels and components for defects and ensure proper fittings.
• Install manholes, taps, and connections in boiler drums per drawings.
• Position and align components to boiler frames following blueprints.
• Clean boiler equipment and assist in on-site fabrication.

Skills

Journeyman experience

Blueprint reading

Team collaboration

Education

NCCER Boilermaker certification

Valid Driver’s License

Tools

Welding equipment

Torches

Measuring instruments

Job description

Austin Industrial in Freeport, TX, is seeking a skilled Boilermaker to construct, repair, and maintain stationary boilers and boiler house auxiliaries on-site. You will read blueprints, cut and fit parts, and weld assemblies using hand and power tools.

The role involves testing vessels and complying with safety standards. Required qualifications include NCCER Boilermaker certification, a valid driver’s license, and 3–5 years of journeyman experience in boilermaker work.