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Zachry Group

JVIC - TA Boilermaker 1

La Porte, TX · On-site

$24.25 - $29.50/hr

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.

Zachry Group

JVIC - TA Boilermaker 1

Freeport, TX · On-site

$23.50 - $28.50/hr

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.

Zachry Group

Gen Foreman Structural Steel

Gregory, TX · On-site

Hoist equipment and tools into a location via bull rigging or crane. * Verify vertical and horizontal alignment of structural-steel members, using plumb bobs, laser equipment, transits, and/or levels.

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Boilermaker NCCER Plus-1

Deer Park, TX · On-site

$23 - $28/hr

Hoist equipment and tools into location via bull rigging or crane. Steel fabrication using torches, band saws, plasma cutter, grinders etc... Minor pipe fabrication - ability to pull field ...

Zachry Group

Boilermaker 2

Baytown, TX · On-site

$23 - $28/hr

Hoist equipment and tools into location via bull rigging or crane. Steel fabrication using torches, band saws, plasma cutter, grinders etc... Minor pipe fabrication - ability to pull field ...

Zachry Group

Boilermaker NCCER Plus-1

Deer Park, TX

$23 - $28/hr

Hoist equipment and tools into location via bull rigging or crane. Steel fabrication using torches, band saws, plasma cutter, grinders etc... Minor pipe fabrication - ability to pull field ...

Zachry Group

Boilermaker 2

Baytown, TX

$23 - $28/hr

Hoist equipment and tools into location via bull rigging or crane. Steel fabrication using torches, band saws, plasma cutter, grinders etc... Minor pipe fabrication - ability to pull field ...

Zachry Group

Boilermaker 2

Baytown, TX · On-site

$23 - $28/hr

Hoist equipment and tools into location via bull rigging or crane. Steel fabrication using torches, band saws, plasma cutter, grinders etc... Minor pipe fabrication - ability to pull field ...

Zachry Group

Helper Electrician 1

Gregory, TX

$14.75 - $18.75/hr

... bull rigging or crane. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities * Must have Electrical Apprentice License. * Must have at least 2+ years of experience as an Industrial Electrical Helper. * Must have ...

Zachry Group

Helper Electrician 1

Gregory, TX · On-site

$14.75 - $18.75/hr

... bull rigging or crane. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities * Must have Electrical Apprentice License. * Must have at least 2+ years of experience as an Industrial Electrical Helper. * Must have ...

Zachry Group

Helper Electrician 1

Gregory, TX · On-site

$14.75 - $18.75/hr

... bull rigging or crane. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities * Must have Electrical Apprentice License. * Must have at least 2+ years of experience as an Industrial Electrical Helper. * Must have ...

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As of Jul 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for bull rigger in Texas is $24.24, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.49 and $27.79 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Bull Rigger, you need a solid understanding of rigging principles, mechanical aptitude, and experience working with heavy lifting equipment, typically demonstrated by industry-recognized rigging certifications. Proficiency in using cranes, winches, pulleys, chains, and load-monitoring systems is essential for safe and effective operations. Attention to detail, teamwork, and strong problem-solving skills are key soft skills for anticipating hazards and coordinating complex lifts. These abilities ensure safety, efficiency, and reliability in demanding environments such as construction sites, shipyards, or industrial plants.

What is a Bull Rigger job?

A Bull Rigger is a specialized worker responsible for moving and positioning heavy loads using rigging equipment, such as hoists, cranes, and pulleys. They often work in industries like construction, shipbuilding, and oil and gas, ensuring that lifting operations are conducted safely and efficiently. Bull Riggers must understand load calculations, rigging techniques, and safety protocols to prevent accidents. Their job requires physical strength, precision, and coordination with crane operators and other team members.

What are the common daily responsibilities of a Bull Rigger?

As a Bull Rigger, your daily responsibilities typically include setting up and inspecting rigging equipment, attaching loads securely to lifting devices, and signaling crane or hoist operators during lifts. You may also be required to plan lifts in collaboration with site supervisors and ensure all activities follow strict safety protocols. Teamwork is crucial, as you often coordinate with other riggers, crane operators, and project managers to achieve safe and successful lifts. Additionally, maintaining and performing minor repairs on rigging gear is a regular part of the job, helping to ensure operations run smoothly each day.

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JVIC - TA Boilermaker 1

JVIC - TA Boilermaker 1

Zachry Group

La Porte, TX • On-site

$24.25 - $29.50/hr

Full-time

Posted 15 days ago

Zachry Group rating

6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 61 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

63rd of 79 rated construction

Job description


Boilermaker will construct iron/steel structures to specifications. They will work with the mechanical department on an industrial new construction plant along with other miscellaneous structures involved with the new construction.
Responsibilities
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.

Physical Requirements
  • Employee will be required to adhere to large amounts of standing, walking, bending, squatting, sitting and lifting.
  • Will talk and hear to communicate.
  • Will use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, push, and pull: objects, materials, controls and tools.
  • May be required to pick up, lift, carry and move up to 50lbs.
  • Will work at heights, climb ladders and stairways, and may occasionally work off of platforms/scaffolding using the appropriate fall protection requirements.

Must be able to work in all weather conditions (including heat, rain, cold and wind) while wearing appropriate PPE.
Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
  • Prefer experience with industrial machinery installation, repair, and maintenance of Power Generation machines and equipment.
  • JVIC/Zachry ROF'ed employee.
  • Former JVIC/Zachry Employee.
  • Basic Computer efficiency
  • Formal/technical education.
  • NCCER Boilermaker

Qualification Highlights
  • Must have 4+ years' experience as a Boilermaker Helper, Boilermaker Ironworker or comparable position with Experience
  • 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.

Required Qualifications
  • Ability to take lead in erection of steel, fabrication, grid layout, rigging etc.
  • Ability to perform all job duties of craft trade.
  • 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
  • Knowledge of all types of safe rigging practices (chokers, slings, ect.)
  • Ability to dictate correct knots based on material
  • Know all aspects of connecting
  • Correct procedures of Bolting
  • Torque vs Tension
  • Ability to read cut sheets
  • Lay out from drawing
  • Cut material from lay out and cut sheets
  • Knowledge of Torque and Values
  • Knowledge of Tension
  • Turn of the nut method
  • Different types of indicators
  • Understand how to use a skidmore
  • Ability to take drawings, required material, line out helpers and execute work
  • Knowledge of specialty tools (torque wrench, skidmore, torque guns, mag drills, hogan drills)
  • 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
  • Knowledge of JLG's man baskets, cranes
  • Basic maintenance (inspections)
  • Safe operations practices
  • Flagging of cranes, forklifts, man lifts
  • Tying knots for tag lines, etc.
  • Basic knots for lashing
  • Footage, addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions to perform all craft duties.
  • Must be willing to perform any additional duties as instructed.

JVIC ( a ZACHRY GROUP company) is dedicated to providing a Safe and Drug-Free work environment and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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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

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