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Master Mechanic
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What they do
A Boilermaker installs and repairs boilers or other large containers that hold liquids for generating heat or electricity, or for processing chemicals or other products. Assembles very large boilers at installation sites. Repairs boiler pipes and valves and inspects and replaces parts. May work on other large industrial equipment.
$68,189 / year median in Illinois
+6% projected growth
Job Description
Master Mechanic Starcon International, Inc - 4.0 Bedford Park, IL Job Details $32.22 - $38.09 an hour 4 hours ago Qualifications Load securing rigging method Pipe blueprint interpretation Equipment installation Quality control Following blueprint specifications Rigging and hoisting operations Pipe installation Cross-functional collaboration Industrial boilers Full Job Description Responsibilities You will be required to perform a variety of duties depending on the job scope. You will be subject but not limited to perform work on the following equipment: Heat exchangers - disassembly; bundle pulling and replacement; tube rolling; shell, head and bundle repairs and alterations; reassembly and performing hydro, nitrogen and pneumatic test on these systems. Towers and drums - blinding, opening, clean and inspecting; making internal repairs by way of buffing and/or grinding; tray removal and replacement; packing and ring replacement, nozzle replacement, etc. Assisting in the blinding, bolting up and testing old and new pipe systems. Performing work on heaters/boilers by way of burner replacement, internal repairs, convection repairs and tube extractions and replacements. Grinding, hammering or use of flame cutting equipment to shape irregular edges of sections of structural parts or facilitate fitting edges together. Valve replacements. Required Skills You must have previous experience with the following skills: Ability to plan work activities ahead of work pace Tray Bar installation Advance knowledge of tray removal and installation Advance knowledge of removal and installation of heater tubes Advance knowledge of boiler installation including steam drums and mud drums Roll, cut and extract exchanger tubes from a tub sheet / Installing Plugs Advance knowledge of layout skills Sound knowledge of rigging skills NCCER certified Boilermaker preferred, but not required Knowledge of reading and working with P&ID's Post Hire Requirements Always be in compliance with all of Starcon and clients' safety and quality control procedures. Work in a team effort with all team members in order to reach a common goal. Be willing to assist other crafts when directed such as pipe fitters, welders, riggers, etc. Starcon CBT Rigging / Piping qualifications. Work Environment The work environment will require you to work in SCBA, special protective PPE specific to the unit and working at heights. Extended work hours may be required. Exposure to outdoor weather conditions. Must be physically able to carry up to 50 lbs. of tools and/or material. Pay Range $32.22-38.09