Boilermakers

Responsible for the design, fabrication, installation, maintenance, and repair of stationary steam boilers and boiler house ancillary equipment. Construct boiler frame tanks or vats by aligning structural or plate sections according to blueprints. Hands-on work involves...

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Construct, assemble, maintain, and repair stationary steam boilers and boiler house auxiliaries. Align structures or plate sections to assemble boiler frame tanks or vats, following blueprints. Work involves use of hand and power tools, plumb bobs, levels, wedges, dogs, or turnbuckles. Assist in testing assembled vessels. Direct cleaning of boilers and boiler furnaces. Inspect and repair boiler fittings, such as safety valves, regulators, automatic-control mechanisms, water columns, and auxiliary machines.
Leadership
HIGH
Critical decision making
HIGH
Level of responsibilities
HIGH
Job challenge and pressure to meet deadlines
HIGH
Dealing and handling conflict
LOW
Competition for this position
HIGH
Communication with others
HIGH
Work closely with team members, clients etc.
HIGH
Comfort of the work setting
HIGH
Exposure to extreme environmental conditions
HIGH
Exposure to job hazards
LOW
Physical demands
MED
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Characteristics

Dealing and handling conflicts
Work closely with team members, clients etc.
Competition for this position
Exposure to job hazards
Job challenge and pressure to meet deadlines
Exposure to extreme environmental conditions
Communication with others
Leadership
Critical decision making
Level of responsibilities
Comfort of the work setting
Physical demands

Activities

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Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material Know More
Making Decisions and Solving Problems Know More
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Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment Know More

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