Boilermaker

Job description

Boiler Assembler

Assemble and repair boilers, tanks, bats and pressure bessels, boiler auxiliaries and ancillaries according to specifications, using power tools, rigging equipment, and hand tools.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Locates and marks reference points for columns or plates on foundation, using master straight edge, squares, transit and measuring tape and applying knowledge of geometry

Attaches rigging or signals crane operator to lift components to specified position

Aligns structures or plates sections to assemble boiler frame, tanks or vats using plumb bobs, levels, wedges, dogs or turnbuckles

Hammers, flame-cuts, files grinds irregular edges of sections or structural parts to facilitate fitting edges together

Bolts or arc-welds structures and sections together. Positions drums and headers into supports or bolts or welds supports to frame

Aligns water tubes, connects and expands ends to drums and headers using tube expander

Bolts or welds casing sections, uptakes, stacks, baffles and such fabricated parts as chutes, air heaters, fan stands, feeding tube, cat walks, ladders, coal hoppers and safety hatch to frame using wrenches

Performs minor maintenance or cleaning activities with tools and equipment

Installs manholes, handholds, valves, gauges and feed water connection in drums to complete assembly of water tube boilers

Signals crane operator in lifting parts to specific positions

Assists in testing assembled vessels by pumping water or gas under specified pressure into vessels and observing instruments for evidence of leakage

Repairs boilers or tanks in field by unbolting or flame cutting defective sections or tubes, straightening plates using torch or jacks, installing new tubes, fitting and welding new sections and replacing worn lugs on bolts

May fasten and caulk sections of vessels, using pneumatic fasteners and caulking hammers

May line firebox with refractory brick and blocks

May fabricate parts such as, stacks, uptakes, and chutes to adapt boiler to premises in which it is installed

Flame cutting and knowledge of torch use

Responsible for observing and complying with all safety and project rules

Qualifications

Qualifications and Requirements

Work within precise limits or standards of accuracy

Apply shop mathematics to solve problems

Plan work and select proper tools

Compare and see differences in the size, shape and form of lines, figures and objects

Visualize objects in three dimensions from plans and drawings

Make decisions based on measurable criteria

Work at heights without fear

About Us

Wood is a global leader in consulting, engineering and operations for the energy and materials sectors. With 33,000 people in around 50 countries, Wood supports clients across the full asset lifecycle, delivering safe, predictable outcomes while enabling resilient operations and a lower carbon future. Wood forms the Energy & Materials pillar of Sidara - a global partnership uniting leading multidisciplinary engineering, design, and project management companies. Diversity Statement We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, color, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.

Job Info

Job Identification 31317

Job Category Trade & Craft

Posting Date 08/06/2026, 07:06 PM

Job Schedule Full time

Locations United States Fort Lauderdale, FL, United States

Market Sector Construction

Recruiting Type Trade & Craft

Worksite address

fort lauderdale, FL, 33336, US

Who can apply

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