Boilermaker Jobs
Boilermaker jobs are open across construction, oil and gas, power generation, manufacturing, and shipbuilding, at every level from apprentice to journeyman and foreman, with specializations in pressure vessel fabrication, industrial pipe fitting, and heat exchanger maintenance. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
At Fluor, we are proud to design and build projects and careers. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative work environment that encourages big-picture thinking, brings out the best in our employees, and helps us develop innovative solutions that contribute to building a better world together. If this sounds like a culture you would like to work in, you’re invited to apply for this role.
JOB DESCRIPTION
- Follow all health, safety, and environmental requirements
- Perform cleanup duties
- Perform material handling and storage duties
- Identify, use, and care of common hand and power tools
- Use and care of craft specific tools and equipment
- Knowledge and application of craft related mathematics
- Knowledge and use of safety standards and best safety practices relevant to rigging
- Inspection of rigging equipment and hardware
- Knowledge and application of common hitches
- Emergency stop signal
- Basic crane hand signals
- Knot tying (bowline & clove hitch)
- Use of rigging equipment relevant to craft specific tasks
- Perform basic procedures for using various slings in hitches and calculating sling stress
- Utilize tools and equipment used for the lateral movement of loads without a crane
- Knowledge of wire rope components and inspection requirements and procedures for wire rope, load blocks, and sheaves
- Perform oxyfuel cutting operations
- Fabricate and install gaskets
- Identify and select pipe fittings
- Perform material cutting operations
- Perform bolt make-up
- Perform weld preparation and set-up
- Perform layout and fabrication duties
- Structural and tube fit-up and alignment
- Perform base metal preparation
- Perform preheat and post-weld heat treatment operations
- Perform vessel inspection
- Install valves and components
- Identify, fabricate and install pipe hangers and supports
- Fabricate and install stairs, railings, grating, and decking
- Review construction drawings and blueprints for specifications to determine work requirements
- Cut and thread pipe manually
- Read and interpret welding detail drawings
- Perform boiler tube fabrication, preparation, and fitting
- Perform air carbon arc cutting and gouging
Job Requirements
Mental Demands:
- Understand and carry out oral instructions
- Read and carry out written instructions to perform work tasks
- Work at varying heights
- Recognize, avoid, and report safety hazards
- Assemble and disassemble objects
- Operate equipment and power tools
Physical Demands:
- See hazards, safety warnings, and barriers
- Bend knees for lifting and routine work tasks
- Stoop for work positioning and lifting to perform work tasks
- Lift maximum 50 lbs without assistance
- Ability to comprehend, and respond to audible/visual instructions, alarms and warnings
- Climb/balance on ladders, scaffolding, and structures for work tasks
- Kneel for work positioning and work task performance
- Reach above shoulders and away from body to perform work tasks
- Demonstrate manual dexterity to perform work tasks
Working Conditions:
- Work in extreme heat or cold
- Work where noise level is above 85 decibels
- Work in wet/humid environment
- Work in cramped quarters
- Work in environment of fluctuating ventilation
- Work inside and outside
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by governing law.
Salary is based upon experience. Base Salary:
INTRODUCTION
At Fluor, we are proud to design and build projects and careers. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative work environment that encourages big-picture thinking, brings out the best in our employees, and helps us develop innovative solutions that contribute to building a better world together. If this sounds like a culture you would like to work in, you’re invited to apply for this role.
JOB DESCRIPTION
- Follow all health, safety, and environmental requirements
- Perform cleanup duties
- Perform material handling and storage duties
- Identify, use, and care of common hand and power tools
- Use and care of craft specific tools and equipment
- Knowledge and application of craft related mathematics
- Knowledge and use of safety standards and best safety practices relevant to rigging
- Inspection of rigging equipment and hardware
- Knowledge and application of common hitches
- Emergency stop signal
- Basic crane hand signals
- Knot tying (bowline & clove hitch)
- Use of rigging equipment relevant to craft specific tasks
- Perform basic procedures for using various slings in hitches and calculating sling stress
- Utilize tools and equipment used for the lateral movement of loads without a crane
- Knowledge of wire rope components and inspection requirements and procedures for wire rope, load blocks, and sheaves
- Perform oxyfuel cutting operations
- Fabricate and install gaskets
- Identify and select pipe fittings
- Perform material cutting operations
- Perform bolt make-up
- Perform weld preparation and set-up
- Perform layout and fabrication duties
- Structural and tube fit-up and alignment
- Perform base metal preparation
- Perform preheat and post-weld heat treatment operations
- Perform vessel inspection
- Install valves and components
- Identify, fabricate and install pipe hangers and supports
- Fabricate and install stairs, railings, grating, and decking
- Review construction drawings and blueprints for specifications to determine work requirements
- Cut and thread pipe manually
- Read and interpret welding detail drawings
- Perform boiler tube fabrication, preparation, and fitting
- Perform air carbon arc cutting and gouging
Job Requirements
Mental Demands:
- Understand and carry out oral instructions
- Read and carry out written instructions to perform work tasks
- Work at varying heights
- Recognize, avoid, and report safety hazards
- Assemble and disassemble objects
- Operate equipment and power tools
Physical Demands:
- See hazards, safety warnings, and barriers
- Bend knees for lifting and routine work tasks
- Stoop for work positioning and lifting to perform work tasks
- Lift maximum 50 lbs without assistance
- Ability to comprehend, and respond to audible/visual instructions, alarms and warnings
- Climb/balance on ladders, scaffolding, and structures for work tasks
- Kneel for work positioning and work task performance
- Reach above shoulders and away from body to perform work tasks
- Demonstrate manual dexterity to perform work tasks
Working Conditions:
- Work in extreme heat or cold
- Work where noise level is above 85 decibels
- Work in wet/humid environment
- Work in cramped quarters
- Work in environment of fluctuating ventilation
- Work inside and outside
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by governing law.
Salary is based upon experience. Base Salary:
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Fluor6
- ASARCO1
Top Industries Hiring
- Construction & Real Estate6
- Mining & Natural Resources1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in boilermaker jobs.
- Completion of a registered boilermaker apprenticeship program or equivalent journeyman certification
- Proficiency in welding processes including SMAW, GMAW, and FCAW with applicable weld certifications
- Ability to read and interpret engineering blueprints, isometric drawings, and pressure vessel specifications
- Experience with rigging, millwright work, and safe use of cranes and overhead lifting equipment
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 construction safety card and current physical fitness for confined space entry
- Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to job sites or work rotating shifts and outages
Tips for Your Boilermaker Job Search
List your certifications front and center
Employers scan for ASME, NBIC, and AWS qualifications before reading anything else on a boilermaker resume. Put your certifications, endorsements, and ticket numbers in a dedicated section at the top, not buried in a work history entry.
Match your resume to the sector
A resume that worked for a refinery shutdown crew reads differently to a power plant hiring manager. Swap in sector-specific terminology, such as refractory work for industrial or drum inspection for utility, so your experience maps directly to the posting.
Filter openings by shift structure first
Boilermaker postings vary widely between turnaround contracts, permanent plant positions, and outage-based travel roles. Identify which structure fits your situation before applying, so you avoid accepting a 12-week away rotation you didn't plan for.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists boilermaker openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for a hands-on skills assessment
Many boilermaker interviews include a practical test covering blueprint reading, fit-up, or a welding qualification run. Ask the recruiter before interview day whether a written or hands-on assessment is part of the process so you can bring the right tools and gear.
Negotiate per diem and travel terms separately
For travel or turnaround roles, per diem rates, tool allowances, and return-trip coverage are often negotiable even when the hourly rate is fixed by a collective agreement. Clarify these terms before you accept, not after you arrive on site.
Boilermaker Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How many boilermaker jobs are remote?
About 0% of boilermaker openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most boilermaker work. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements are estimating, project coordination, and inspection report writing for experienced journeymen moving into technical or supervisory roles.
How do you become a boilermaker?
You become a boilermaker by completing a registered apprenticeship through a local union affiliated with the International Brotherhood of Boilermakers or through a non-union contractor training program. Apprenticeships combine on-the-job hours with classroom instruction covering welding, blueprint reading, rigging, and safety. After completing your hours and passing a qualification test, you earn journeyman status and can work independently on certified pressure vessels and industrial equipment.
Can you get hired as a boilermaker with little experience?
Yes, entry-level boilermaker roles exist for candidates who have completed a welding program, hold a basic OSHA safety card, and can demonstrate physical readiness for site work. Turnaround contractors and industrial staffing companies regularly bring on helpers and pre-apprentices for outage season. Showing up with documented welding practice, even from a trade school or community college, puts you ahead of applicants with no hands-on background at all.
What does the boilermaker interview process look like?
Most boilermaker interviews start with a phone screen covering your ticket status, available start date, and willingness to travel. An in-person or on-site meeting follows, where a foreman or superintendent reviews your certification documents and may ask you to demonstrate a weld or walk through a blueprint. Some contractors require a drug screen and a physical before a conditional offer is made. Union hall referrals often skip the formal interview stage entirely if your book is current.
Where can I find and apply to boilermaker jobs?
You can find and apply to boilermaker jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your certifications, preferred shift structure, and location, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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