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WHAT IS A BOILERMAKER?
NATURE OF WORK
Boilermakers and boilermaker mechanics make, install, and repair boilers, vats,
and other large vessels that hold liquids and gases. Boilers supply steam to
drive huge turbines in electric power plants and to provide heat and power in
buildings, factories, and ships. Tanks and vats are used to process and store
chemicals, oil, beer, and hundreds of other products.
Boilermaker mechanics maintain and repair boilers and similar vessels. They
inspect tubes, fittings, valves, controls, and auxiliary machinery and clean or
supervise the cleaning of boilers using scrapers, wire brushes, and cleaning
solvents. They repair or replace defective parts, using hand and power tools, gas
torches, and welding equipment, and may operate metalworking machinery to
repair or make parts. They also dismantle leaky boilers, patch weak spots with
metal stock, replace defective sections, and strengthen joints. Boilermakers
regularly maintain and update components, such as burners and boiler tubes,
to increase efficiency.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Boilermakers often use potentially dangerous equipment, such as acetylene
torches and power grinders, handle heavy parts, and work on ladders or on top
of large vessels. Work is physically demanding and may be done in cramped
quarters inside boilers, vats, or tanks that are often damp and poorly ventilated.
In some instances, work may be done at high elevations for an extended period.
To reduce the chance of injuries, boilermakers may wear hardhats, harnesses,
protective clothing, safety glasses, shoes, and respirators. Boilermakers may
experience extended periods of overtime when equipment is shut down for
maintenance. Overtime work also may be necessary to meet construction or
production deadlines. At other times there may be periods of unemployment
between jobs.
TRAINING, OTHER QUALIFICATIONS, AND ADVANCEMENT
Apprenticeship programs usually consist of 4 years of on-the-job training,
supplemented by a minimum of 144 hours of classroom instruction each year in
subjects such as set-up and assembly rigging, welding of all types, blueprint
reading, and layout. Those with welding training or a welding certification will
have priority in applying for apprenticeship programs. Experienced boilermakers
often attend apprenticeship classes or seminars to learn about new equipment,
procedures, and technology. When an apprenticeship becomes available, the
local union publicizes the opportunity by notifying local vocational schools and
high school vocational programs.
- Anyone who works in the boiler construction or repair trade.
- A member of the International Brotherhood of Boilermakers, Iron Ship
Builders, Blacksmiths, Forgers and Helpers.
NATURE OF WORK
Boilermakers and boilermaker mechanics make, install, and repair boilers, vats,
and other large vessels that hold liquids and gases. Boilers supply steam to
drive huge turbines in electric power plants and to provide heat and power in
buildings, factories, and ships. Tanks and vats are used to process and store
chemicals, oil, beer, and hundreds of other products.
Boilermaker mechanics maintain and repair boilers and similar vessels. They
inspect tubes, fittings, valves, controls, and auxiliary machinery and clean or
supervise the cleaning of boilers using scrapers, wire brushes, and cleaning
solvents. They repair or replace defective parts, using hand and power tools, gas
torches, and welding equipment, and may operate metalworking machinery to
repair or make parts. They also dismantle leaky boilers, patch weak spots with
metal stock, replace defective sections, and strengthen joints. Boilermakers
regularly maintain and update components, such as burners and boiler tubes,
to increase efficiency.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Boilermakers often use potentially dangerous equipment, such as acetylene
torches and power grinders, handle heavy parts, and work on ladders or on top
of large vessels. Work is physically demanding and may be done in cramped
quarters inside boilers, vats, or tanks that are often damp and poorly ventilated.
In some instances, work may be done at high elevations for an extended period.
To reduce the chance of injuries, boilermakers may wear hardhats, harnesses,
protective clothing, safety glasses, shoes, and respirators. Boilermakers may
experience extended periods of overtime when equipment is shut down for
maintenance. Overtime work also may be necessary to meet construction or
production deadlines. At other times there may be periods of unemployment
between jobs.
TRAINING, OTHER QUALIFICATIONS, AND ADVANCEMENT
Apprenticeship programs usually consist of 4 years of on-the-job training,
supplemented by a minimum of 144 hours of classroom instruction each year in
subjects such as set-up and assembly rigging, welding of all types, blueprint
reading, and layout. Those with welding training or a welding certification will
have priority in applying for apprenticeship programs. Experienced boilermakers
often attend apprenticeship classes or seminars to learn about new equipment,
procedures, and technology. When an apprenticeship becomes available, the
local union publicizes the opportunity by notifying local vocational schools and
high school vocational programs.
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Please read the following
link on the dangers of
asbestos exposure.
http://www.asbestos.com/oc
cupations/
link on the dangers of
asbestos exposure.
http://www.asbestos.com/oc
cupations/
BOILERMAKERS IRON SHIP BUILDERS BLACKSMITHS FORGERS & HELPERS
