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Marquis Industrial Services
Port Lavaca, TX - Mechanical (Boilermaker, Pipefitter, Welder)
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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.
$66,080 / year median in Texas
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Job Description - Boilermaker Classification Hourly Location Point Comfort Reports to Project Superintendent Summary / Objective Marquis Industrial Services is currently recruiting for Boilermakers with experience in the oil and gas industry. You must be able to assist with designing and installing boilers, closed vats, or containers that hold liquid or gases. Perform repairs as necessary. Essential Functions Adheres to all OSHA, site specific and Marquis Industrial Services safety requirements Participate in safety pre-job audits (JSA's) with the work crew to ensure all safety hazards have been identified Bolt or arc welds pressure vessel structures and parts together, using wrenches or welding equipment. Attach rigging and signal crane or hoist operators to lift heavy frame and plate sections or other parts into place. Lay out plate, sheet steel, or other heavy metal and locate and mark bending and cutting lines, using protractors, compasses and drawing instrument or templates. Shape seams, joints, or irregular edges of pressure vessel sections or structural parts to attain specified fit of parts, using cutting torches, hammers, files, or metalworking machines. Be able to read and interpret designs and drawings to create templates Operate metalworking machinery to repair or make parts. Position, align, and secure structural parts or related assemblies to boiler frames, tanks, or vats of pressure vessels, following blueprints.
Any other duties as assigned by supervision. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described represent f those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Working around moving mechanical parts Exposed to all types of weather conditions - hot /humid/cold/wet Working around different types of chemicals Working in high noise areas Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individual with disabilities to perform he essential functions. Stand for long periods of time Ability to feel and reach with hands and arms Ability to stand, walk, climb or balance, stoop kneel, crouch or crawl, talk or hear and taste and smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move 50 pounds Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Must have the ability to take direction, comprehend instructions and work well with others Must be able to follow both verbal and written instructions Qualifications High School Degree or equivalent Ability to pass Hair Follicle Testing Acceptable Background Must be able to read and interpret basic blueprints and ISO drawings TWIC Card At least three (3) years of previous boilermaker experience. Must be willing to work overtime Required to wear PPE on job site at all times. Valid Driver's License