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Zachry Group

Boilermaker

Freeport, TX · On-site

$23.50 - $28.50/hr

Boilermaker will construct iron/steel structures to specifications. They will work with the ... Basic maintenance (inspections) * Safe operations practices * Flagging of cranes, forklifts, man ...

Stronghold Specialty, Ltd

Cat-Spec Boilermaker

La Porte, TX · On-site

$24.25 - $29.50/hr

A Boilermaker- Lead will perform work as required to maximize the quality of the Company while maintaining the specified expectations of the client and ensure safe working environment while ...

Zachry Group

Boilermaker/ Boilermaker Foreman

Rincon, GA · On-site

$23.50 - $28.50/hr

Position Summary Boilermaker will construct iron/steel structures to specifications. They will work ... Basic maintenance (inspections) * Safe operations practices * Math Skills * Footage, addition ...

Zachry Group

Boilermaker/ Boilermaker Foreman

Rincon, GA · On-site

$23.50 - $28.50/hr

Position Summary Boilermaker will construct iron/steel structures to specifications. They will work ... Basic maintenance (inspections) * Safe operations practices * Math Skills * Footage, addition ...

Zachry Group

SMALL CAP - BOILERMAKER

Lafayette, IN · On-site

$24.75 - $30/hr

Boilermaker will construct iron/steel structures to specifications. They will work with the ... Prefer experience with industrial machinery installation, repair, and maintenance of Power ...

Zachry Group

SMALL CAP - BOILERMAKER

Lafayette, IN · On-site

$24.75 - $30/hr

Boilermaker will construct iron/steel structures to specifications. They will work with the ... Prefer experience with industrial machinery installation, repair, and maintenance of Power ...

Total Safety Us

Boilermaker

Memphis, TN · On-site

$25.50 - $31/hr

Experience in maintaining job site documentation, i.e., job time sheets, and building drawings ... Skills and Experience: 3+ year's boilermaker experience in the fire protection, petrochemical, or ...

Total Safety U.S., Inc.

Boilermaker

Memphis, TN

$25.50 - $31/hr

Essential Duties:      Experience in maintaining job site documentation, i.e., job time ... boilermaker experience in the fire protection, petrochemical, or oil refinery related industry ...

Zachry Group

Boilermaker 1

Edmond, OK · On-site

$19.25 - $23.50/hr

Boilermaker will construct iron/steel structures to specifications. They will work on construction ... Basic maintenance (inspections) * Safe operations practices * Math Skills * Footage, addition ...

Energy Job Shop

Boilermaker

Beaumont, TX · On-site

$24.50 - $29.50/hr

The ideal candidates will have experience in industrial maintenance and a passion for mechanical ... Certification as a Boilermaker * Strong background in industrial maintenance * Ability to work with ...

Total Safety Us

Boilermaker

Mechanicsville, VA · On-site

$24.75 - $30/hr

Experience in maintaining job site documentation, i.e., job time sheets, and building drawings ... Skills and Experience: 3+ year's boilermaker experience in the fire protection, petrochemical, or ...

Total Safety U.S., Inc.

Boilermaker

Mechanicsville, VA

$24.75 - $30/hr

Essential Duties:      Experience in maintaining job site documentation, i.e., job time ... boilermaker experience in the fire protection, petrochemical, or oil refinery related industry ...

Cleaver-Brooks

Boilermaker

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$30/hr

Boilermaker: * Assembles boilers, tanks, vats, and pressure vessels according to blueprint ... Piping Lay out, fabricates, assembles, installs, and maintains piping and piping systems, fixtures ...

Cleaver-Brooks

Boilermaker

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$23.25 - $28.25/hr

Boilermaker: * Assembles boilers, tanks, vats, and pressure vessels according to blueprint ... Piping Lay out, fabricates, assembles, installs, and maintains piping and piping systems, fixtures ...

Cleaver-Brooks, Inc.

Boilermaker

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$23.25 - $28.25/hr

Boilermaker: * Assembles boilers, tanks, vats, and pressure vessels according to blueprint ... Piping Lay out, fabricates, assembles, installs, and maintains piping and piping systems, fixtures ...

Zachry Group

Boilermaker

Deer Park, TX · On-site

$23 - $28/hr

MAINTENANCE SHUTDOWN. NO PER DIEM. Boilermaker will remove, replace and/or repair various piping systems; work on various coal fired boiler components including soot blowers, burners and dampers ...

Zachry Group

Boilermaker

Deer Park, TX · On-site

$23 - $28/hr

MAINTENANCE SHUTDOWN. NO PER DIEM. Boilermaker will remove, replace and/or repair various piping systems; work on various coal fired boiler components including soot blowers, burners and dampers ...

Picou Group

$19 - $23/hr

This role involves assembling, installing, maintaining, and repairing boilers, pressure vessels ... Qualifications * 2-5 years of Boilermaker experience in an industrial or heavy construction ...

Picou Group

Boilermaker

Louisiana, MO · On-site

$22.75 - $27.50/hr

This role involves assembling, installing, maintaining, and repairing boilers, pressure vessels ... Qualifications * 2-5 years of Boilermaker experience in an industrial or heavy construction ...

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How much do maintenance boilermaker jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for maintenance boilermaker in the United States is $31.57, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.08 and $38.22 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a maintenance boilermaker?

Maintenance Boilermakers are skilled tradespeople who install, assemble, maintain, and repair boilers, tanks, vats, and other large vessels that hold liquids and gases. They work in industries such as power generation, manufacturing, and oil and gas, ensuring that these critical pieces of equipment operate safely and efficiently. Their responsibilities often include inspecting boiler systems for faults, performing routine maintenance, replacing worn parts, and making emergency repairs. Maintenance Boilermakers must have a strong understanding of welding, pipefitting, and structural components, as well as follow strict safety protocols.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a maintenance boilermaker?

To thrive as a Maintenance Boilermaker, you need strong mechanical aptitude, welding and metal fabrication skills, and typically a trade qualification or apprenticeship in boiler-making or metal work. Familiarity with technical drawings, power tools, and safety certifications like OSHA or confined space entry are routinely required. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective teamwork set outstanding boilermakers apart. These skills ensure safe, efficient repair and maintenance of boilers and pressure vessels, minimizing downtime and hazards in industrial environments.

What challenges do maintenance boilermakers face on-site, and how are they addressed?

Maintenance Boilermakers often encounter challenges such as working in confined spaces, exposure to high temperatures, and managing heavy equipment. These situations require strict adherence to safety protocols, including the use of personal protective equipment and following lockout/tagout procedures. Additionally, troubleshooting unexpected equipment failures and coordinating with other trades, such as electricians or welders, are common aspects of the role. Continuous training and strong communication skills help Boilermakers effectively navigate these challenges while ensuring equipment reliability and workplace safety.

What is the difference between Maintenance Boilermaker vs Industrial Pipefitter?

AspectMaintenance Boilermaker
CertificationsBoilermaker apprenticeship, welding certifications
Work EnvironmentFactories, power plants, industrial sites
Job FocusRepairing, fabricating, and maintaining boilers and pressure vessels

Industrial Pipefitters also work in industrial settings, focusing on installing and maintaining piping systems. While both roles require welding and technical skills, Maintenance Boilermakers specialize in boilers and pressure vessels, whereas Pipefitters handle piping systems. Both are essential in industrial maintenance, but their specific tasks and areas of expertise differ.

How much does a maintenance boilermaker get paid?

A maintenance boilermaker typically earns between $25 and $40 per hour, depending on experience, location, and union status. They often work in industrial settings, requiring skills in welding, fabrication, and safety protocols. Annual salaries generally range from $50,000 to $80,000 or more.
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Infographic showing various Maintenance Boilermaker job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $65,662 per year, or $31.6 per hour.

Boilermaker

Freeport, TX • On-site

Zachry Group
Construction • 10K+ employees
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$23.50 - $28.50/hr

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago

Zachry Group rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 63 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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.

Qualifications
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
Preferred Qualifications
  • Prefer experience with industrial machinery installation, repair, and maintenance of Power Generation machines and equipment.
  • The preferred candidate will have experience working as a Millwright helper on a new construction project.
  • Zachry ROF'ed employee.
  • Former Zachry Employee.
  • Basic Computer efficiency
  • Formal/technical education.

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.

ZACHRY 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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