Field Service Boiler Mechanic / Welder

Field Service Boiler Mechanic / Welder South Texas Boiler Industries, L.L.C. Houston, TX Job Details Full-time $35 - $60 an hour 6 hours ago Benefits Travel reimbursement Paid training Company truck Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Professional development assistance Retirement plan Qualifications Stick welding Boiler TIG welding OSHA 10 Driver's License Driving ASME codes & standards Stainless steel Full Job Description Position Summary We are hiring an experienced Boiler Mechanic / Field Service Welder to join our field services team. This is a hands-on role for a skilled tradesperson who can fit, weld, and rebuild fire tube and water tube boilers in the field - including ASME code repairs under our "R" stamp program. You will work alongside other mechanics, welders, and project supervisors on outages, scheduled maintenance, and emergency call-outs at customer sites across Texas.

Compensation & Benefits Pay:

$35 - $60/hour depending on experience, certs, and code welding capability Overtime available Company truck Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with company match Paid time off and paid holidays Per diem and travel reimbursement for out-of-town work Paid training and certification testing (including ASME Section IX qualification) Boot allowance What You'll Do Diagnose, repair, retube, and rebuild industrial and commercial boilers - primarily fire tube units, with some water tube work. Perform code-compliant repairs and alterations under National Board "R" stamp and ASME requirements. Fit and weld pressure parts, tubes, headers, downcomers, mud drums, refractory anchors, and related boiler components. Weld in multiple processes and positions on carbon steel, stainless steel, and alloy materials - including

SMAW, GTAW

(TIG), and 6G position work as project demands. Roll, expand, and bead tubes; replace tube sheets, handhole and manway gaskets, refractory, burners, controls, and trim. Work directly with authorized inspectors (AIs) and quality control to ensure repairs pass code inspection the first time. Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area; follow all company, customer, OSHA, and site-specific safety procedures. Travel to job sites throughout Texas (occasional overnight stays); respond to emergency call-outs on a rotational basis. Required Qualifications 3+ years of hands-on experience as a boiler mechanic, field welder, or boilermaker in an industrial field-services setting. Demonstrated experience with fire tube boilers required; water tube experience strongly preferred. Strong fitting skills - able to lay out, cut, prep, and fit pressure parts in tight field conditions. Welding ability on carbon steel, stainless steel, and alloy materials ; capable of welding in 6G position (or willing to certify). Code welder (ASME Section IX) preferred. Candidates not currently certified must be willing and able to test and certify under our WPS program shortly after hire. Working knowledge of

ASME B&PV

Code, NBIC, and "R" stamp repair requirements. Willing to travel throughout Texas and be on on-call rotation for emergency outage work. Able to pass a pre-employment drug screen, background check, and customer-site safety orientations (TWIC, Safety Council, etc., as required). Valid Texas driver's license with an acceptable driving record. Preferred Qualifications National Board "R" stamp shop experience. NCCER certification, AWS certifications, or completion of a boilermaker / welding apprenticeship. Experience with burner tune-ups, controls (Honeywell, Fireye, Siemens), feedwater systems, and economizers. OSHA 10/30, confined space, hot work, and forklift / aerial lift certifications. Familiarity with Cleaver-Brooks, Hurst, Superior, Rentech, Nebraska, Babcock & Wilcox, and similar OEM equipment. Physical Demands & Work Environment Frequently lift up to 50 lbs; occasionally lift up to 75 lbs with assistance. Work in confined spaces, at heights, and in hot environments - boiler fireboxes can exceed 100°F internal during summer outages. Stand, kneel, crouch, climb ladders and scaffolding, and work overhead for extended periods. Wear full PPE including FRC, hard hat, safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, respirator (when required), and fall protection. How to Apply Send your resume, list of current welding certifications, and a brief summary of your boiler experience to . Qualified candidates will be contacted to schedule a phone screen and a hands-on weld test.

Pay:

$35.00 - $60.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance Application Question(s): Pre-employment drug screening

Work Location:

In person