Overview
The Boilermaker 2 position involves maintenance work on various piping systems and coal-fired boiler components within a power plant. Candidates must have extensive experience and the ability to troubleshoot and repair equipment, while adhering to safety protocols.
Responsibilities
- Remove, replace, and repair various piping systems.
- Work on coal-fired boiler components including soot blowers, burners, and dampers.
- Troubleshoot and detect issues with machines and equipment.
- Dismantle and reassemble pumps.
- Read specifications to determine the scope of work.
- Identify tools required for tasks and use them properly.
- Identify safety risks and implement precautions.
- Fabricate equipment according to blueprints or supervisor instructions.
- Hoist equipment and tools into location using bull rigging or crane.
- Perform minor pipe fabrication and prep for welding procedures.
- Follow directions from supervision.
- Demonstrate leadership abilities and perform all job duties of the craft trade.
- Stop work for misinformation, safety concerns, or risks.
- Read basic blueprints and understand craft specifications.
- Know safe rigging practices and components.
- Connect pipes and install valves using correct procedures.
- Read cut sheets and execute work from drawings.
- Use specialty tools and perform welding and cutting tasks.
- Conduct basic maintenance inspections and safe operation practices.
- Signal equipment and tie knots for various tasks.
Requirements
- Must possess all Knowledge Skills and Abilities for the position.
- 6 plus years of experience required.
- NCCER written or NCCER Plus certification is necessary.
- Must meet all physical requirements.
- Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces.
- Must have all required tools.
- Reliable transportation is required.
- Ability to work a rotating schedule including nights and weekends.
- Self-motivated individual.
- Must have valid driver's license.
Additional Information
- Work involves large amounts of standing, walking, bending, squatting, and lifting.
- May require lifting, carrying, and moving up to 50 lbs.
- Must be capable of working outside in various weather conditions.
- Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required.