Journeyman Boilermaker

Position Summary Boilermakers will assess, plan, make, install and repair boilers, pressure vessels, heat exchangers and other large vessels that hold liquids and gases. The boilermakers will be responsible for repairs/work orders in the following areas: Coker and related units, Crude and related units, Tank farm, vacuum unit, waste water, water waste, water treaters, Fcc unit, alkylation unit, reformer and various hydro processing units. Education Requirements High School Diploma or GED equivalent required4 Years’ experience of refinery work preferredThe National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) Certification Preferred; however training is provided by CVR Experience Requirements Fluent in English, oral and written requiredAbility to adjust schedule to meet business needsKnowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenanceKnowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applicationsCritical Thinking Skills: must have the ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems Major Accountabilities Regularly communicate with supervisor work progress, concerns and questionsWeld carbon steel, cast iron, stainless steel and alloys (Monel, chrome) preferred.Use blueprints to determine locations, positions, or dimensions of partsTest and inspect exchanger systems for leaks or defectsClean equipment using scrapers, wire brushes, and cleaning solventsReplace or repair broken valves, pipes, or joints, using hand and power tools, gas torches, and welding equipmentPerform routine maintenance and repairs on piping systemsMay help erect and repair air pollution equipmentInspect storage and process tanks, and smokestacksBolting of structures and equipment.Weld components in flat, vertical, or overhead positionsOperate safety equipment and use safe work habitsLay out, position, align and secure parts and assemblies prior to assembly; using straightedges, combination squares, calipers, and rulersExamine work pieces for defects and measure work pieces with straightedges or templates to ensure conformance with specificationsRecognize, set-up, and operate hand and power tools common to the welding trade, such as shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipmentPreferred weld separately or in combination carbon steel, stainless, cast iron and other alloys; (monel, chrome)Clamp, hold, tack-weld, heat-bend, grind or bolt component parts to obtain required configurations and positions for weldingSelect and install torches, torch tips, filler rods, and flux; according to welding chart specifications or types of thicknesses of metalsIgnite torches or start power supplies and strike arcs by touching electrodes to metals being welded, completing electrical circuitsConnect and turn regulator valves to activate and adjust gas flow and pressure so that desired flames are obtainedTroubleshoot problems and determine appropriate equipment to perform a jobPositions and moves metal of various weight and dimensions that are part of the work processPositions and moves acetylene and oxygen bottles of varying weight and dimensionsUtilize equipment to improve fit and weld vessel structuresManeuver into vessels through man ways and port-ways and work in confined spaces with and without fresh airAbility to work on high elevationsOperates vehicles to perform job dutiesInstall blinds and open man waysBlind and de-blinding of exchangers and towersBreakdown and put back together exchangersFabricate, install or repair structural steel including beams, plate, ladders, walkways and angle ironFabricate piping/heater tubes and roll tubes into headersRigging and flagging of cranes and pickersTrained on and operates the firefighting equipment and fire extinguisher EXPECTED RESULTS Adherence to all company policies and proceduresMust follow the Safety Rules and Regulations of the companyMust apply Ethical Principals at all timesMust Pass CVR Weld Test Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. The Company will not sponsor immigration or work visas. CVR Energy is an EEO and affirmative action employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply.