Boiler Maker - REPCON

Responsibilities

• Locates and marks reference points for columns or plates on foundation, sing master straight edge, squares, transit and measuring tape and applying knowledge of geometry.
• Attaches rigging or signals crane operator to lift components to specified position.
• Aligns structures or plates sections to assemble boiler frame, tanks or vats sing plumb bobs, levels, wedges, dogs or turnbuckles.
• Hammers, flame-cuts, files and/or grind irregular edges of sections or structural parts to facilitate fitting edges together.
• Bolts or arc-welds structures and sections together.
• Positions drums and headers into supports or bolts or welds supports to frame.
• Aligns water tubes, connects and expands ends to drums and headers using tube expander.
• Bolts or welds casing sections, uptakes, stacks, baffles and such fabricated parts as chutes, air heaters, fan stands, feeding tube, cat walks, ladders, coal hoppers and safety hatch to frame using wrenches.
• Installs manholes, handholds, valves, gauges and feed water connection in drums to complete assembly of water tube boilers.
• Signals crane operator in lifting parts to specific positions.
• Assists in testing assembled vessels by pumping water or gas under specified pressure into vessels and observing instruments for evidence of leakage.
• Repairs boilers or tanks in field by unbolting or flame cutting defective sections or tubes, straightening plates using torch or jacks, installing new tubes, fitting and welding new sections and replacing worn lugs on bolts.
• Makes decisions based on measurable criteria.
• Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Pass a REPCON Boiler Maker Assessment
• Pass a REPCON Basic Rigging Assessment, or NCCER certified
• Current Basic Orientation Plus (Safety Council card) or within 3 months expiration
• Current TWIC Card
• Three (3) or more years’ experience in your craft
• Demonstrated industrial construction/maintenance work history and experience
• Comprehend and accurately interpret blueprints, construction drawings, technical manuals, and manufacturers’ manuals and instructions
• Applied knowledge of the Boiler Making processes for industrial piping, valves, flanges and boilers
• Good problem-solving abilities and reading comprehension
• Ability to work with others and serve as a team player, while being able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Good communication skills (speaking and actively listening) with co-workers and supervisors

Physical Requirements

• Significant and sustained periods of standing, walking, bending, squatting and lifting
• Must have good manual dexterity to perform precision adjustments of machinery parts and controls
• May be required to lift, carry and move up to 50lbs
• Work at heights, climb ladders and stairways and work off of platforms
• Work at heights up to 300’ utilizing proper fall protection
• Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to: hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs/muffs, masks/respirators, safety vests, gloves and steel-toe boots

Benefits

We offer our employees a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package and are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success.