How do they match: Boilermakers

  • 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.

  • Install refractory bricks or other heat-resistant materials in fireboxes of pressure vessels.

  • Install masonry materials.
  • Mark reference points on construction materials.
  • Measure materials or objects for installation or assembly.
  • Review blueprints or specifications to determine work requirements.