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Boilermaker Helper Jobs in Oklahoma (NOW HIRING)

Boilermaker 3

Fort Gibson, OK · On-site

$24 - $29.25/hr

Must have 4+ years' experience as a Boilermaker Helper, Boilermaker Ironworker or comparable position with Experience (I.e. Structural fitter with HRSG experience). * Experience on a Gas-fired ...

Boilermaker 3

Fort Gibson, OK · On-site

$24 - $29.25/hr

Must have 4+ years' experience as a Boilermaker Helper, Boilermaker Ironworker or comparable position with Experience (I.e. Structural fitter with HRSG experience). * Experience on a Gas-fired ...

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You'll work with multiple fabrication shops and manufacturers, helping them maintain reliable, safe ... For example: boilermaker, steamfitter or pipefitter. * Completion of an accredited military or ...

You'll work with multiple fabrication shops and manufacturers, helping them maintain reliable, safe ... For example: boilermaker, steamfitter or pipefitter. * Completion of an accredited military or ...

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How much do boilermaker helper jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for boilermaker helper in Oklahoma is $17.56, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.34 and $20.19 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a boilermaker helper?

A Boilermaker Helper assists boilermakers in assembling, installing, and repairing boilers, tanks, and other large metal structures. Their duties include gathering tools, holding parts in place, and cleaning work areas to ensure efficient operations. They may also help cut, weld, and shape metal components under supervision. This position requires physical strength, attention to detail, and a willingness to follow safety procedures. It is often an entry-level role that provides hands-on training for advancement in the field.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the boilermaker helper position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Boilermaker Helper, you need basic mechanical aptitude, physical stamina, and an understanding of safety protocols, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with hand and power tools, as well as OSHA safety certification or site-specific training, is commonly required. Dependability, teamwork, and attention to detail are valuable soft skills in this work environment. These skills and qualities are crucial for ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality assistance to experienced boilermakers on industrial projects.

What are the typical work conditions for a boilermaker helper?

Boilermaker Helpers usually work in industrial settings such as power plants, shipyards, or fabrication shops, where the environment can be loud, hot, and physically demanding. You may be required to work outdoors in various weather conditions, at heights, or in confined spaces while assisting in the assembly, installation, or repair of boilers and pressure vessels. Work often involves standing for long periods, lifting heavy materials, and adhering to strict safety procedures. Boilermaker Helpers typically work as part of a team under the supervision of experienced boilermakers, providing support in tasks like preparing materials, cleaning work areas, and operating tools. This team-based structure fosters hands-on learning and can open opportunities for advancement to higher-skilled boilermaker roles with experience and additional training.

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Infographic showing various Boilermaker Helper job openings in Oklahoma as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 78% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 5% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,528 per year, or $17.6 per hour.

Boilermaker 3

Zachry Group

Fort Gibson, OK • On-site

$24 - $29.25/hr

Full-time

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Zachry Group rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 63 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

62nd of 80 rated construction


Job description


Position Summary
Boilermaker will construct iron/steel structures to specifications. They will work on construction of a Heat Recovery Exchange Generator (HRSG), and other miscellaneous structures involved with a new construction project.
Qualification Highlights
  • Must have 4+ years' experience as a Boilermaker Helper, Boilermaker Ironworker or comparable position with Experience (I.e. Structural fitter with HRSG experience).

  • Experience on a Gas-fired Combined-Cycle power unit HRSG unit.

  • Must possess all Knowledge Skills and Abilities for positions (see below).

  • Must be able to meet all physical requirements.

  • Must be able to work at heights in excess of 300 ft.

  • Must have all required tools.

  • Must have reliable transportation.

  • Must be able to pass all pre-employment contingencies to include but not limited to physical, drug screen and MVR.

Position Responsibilities
  • Read blueprints and specification to determine the scope of work: locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.

  • Identify all tools required for tasks.

  • Identify safety risks and the precautions required to eliminate those risks.

  • Fabricate equipment according to blueprints or instructions from supervisors.

  • Hoist equipment and tools into location via bull rigging or crane.

  • Verify vertical and horizontal alignment of structural-steel members, using plumb bobs, laser equipment, transits, and/or levels.

  • Connect columns, beams, and girders with bolts, following blueprints and instructions from supervisors.

  • Bolt aligned structural-steel members in position for permanent riveting or bolting.

  • Pull, push, or pry iron/steel equipment into approximate positions for bolting into place.

  • Cut, bend, and weld iron/steel pieces, using metal shears, torches, and welding equipment.

Required Qualifications
  • Leadership Abilities

  • Ability to take lead in erection of steel, fabrication, grid layout, rigging etc.

  • Ability to perform all job duties of craft trade.

  • Drawings

  • Ability to read, understand IFC drawings.

  • Ability to make hang list, read details off drawings, read all notes on drawings before erection, locate and understand ECN's and holds on drawings.

  • Understand when to stop production work and when a RFI needs to be initiated.

  • Read and understand craft specs and cut sheets, craft spec procedures and recommendations

  • Able to locate piece marks for correct views and know how to pick out different elevations

  • Being able to know the correct installation based on the orientation.

  • Knowledge of symbols based on legend

  • Rigging

  • Knowledge of all types of safe rigging practices (chokers, slings, ect.)

  • Ability to dictate correct knots based on material

  • Connection

  • Know all aspects of connecting

  • Correct procedures of Bolting

  • Torque vs Tension

  • Fabrication

  • Ability to read cut sheets

  • Lay out from drawing

  • Cut material from lay out and cut sheets

  • Torque vs. Tension

  • Knowledge of Torque and Values

  • Knowledge of Tension

  • Turn of the nut method

  • Different types of indicators

  • Understand how to use a skidmore

  • Plan work and execute

  • Ability to take drawings, required material, line out helpers and execute work

  • Tools and knowledge

  • Knowledge of specialty tools (torque wrench, skidmore, torque guns, mag drills, hogan drills)

  • Welding and cutting

  • Basic knowledge of welding (machine set up, Mig, stick, gas, ect)

  • Knowledge of cutting torch, set up, dangers, usage, cleaning, types of tips and when to use the different types of tips

  • Equipment Knowledge

  • Knowledge of JLG's man baskets, cranes

  • Basic maintenance (inspections)

  • Safe operations practices

  • Math Skills

  • Footage, addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions to perform all craft duties.

  • Must be willing to perform any additional duties as instructed.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Current Zachry or Zachry ROF'ed employee.

  • Former experience working with Zachry Industrial, Inc.

  • National Center for Construction Education and Research's (NCCER) certification for Industrial Journeyman Carpenter.

  • Formal/Technical education.

Physical Requirements
  • Employee will be required to adhere to large amounts of standing, walking, bending, squatting and lifting. Will talk and hear to communicate. Will use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, push, pull: objects, materials, controls and tools. May be required to lift, carry and move up to 50lbs. Will work at heights, climb ladders and stairways, work off of platforms and man lifts, and may occasionally work out on an open structure using the appropriate fall protection requirements. Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to: hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs/muffs, masks/respirators, safety vests, gloves and leather work boots

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About Zachry Group

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Zachry Group is America's pacesetter in turnkey construction, engineering, maintenance, turnaround and fabrication services in the power, energy, chemicals, manufacturing and industrial sectors. It works with customers to plan, build, and renew their most critical facilities, so they can achieve their immediate and long-term goals, all at the highest safety standards. Zachry Group operates 35 offices, and averages 20,000 employees working in more than 400 locations nationwide. Please visit www.zachrygroup.com for more information.

Industry

Construction

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

San Antonio, TX, US

Year founded

1924