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Boilermaker 1

Pasadena, TX · On-site

$23.75 - $28.75/hr

Former JVIC/Zachry Employee. * Basic Computer efficiency * Formal/technical education. * NCCER ... Turn of the nut method * Different types of indicators * Understand how to use a skidmore * Ability ...

JVIC - TA Boilermaker 1

La Porte, TX · On-site

$24.25 - $29.50/hr

Former JVIC/Zachry Employee. * Basic Computer efficiency * Formal/technical education. * NCCER ... Turn of the nut method * Different types of indicators * Understand how to use a skidmore * Ability ...

Boilermaker 1

Pasadena, TX

$23.75 - $28.75/hr

Former JVIC/Zachry Employee. * Basic Computer efficiency * Formal/technical education. * NCCER ... Turn of the nut method * Different types of indicators * Understand how to use a skidmore * Ability ...

Ironworker

Roxboro, NC · On-site

$20.50 - $26.75/hr

Turn of the nut method * Different types of indicators * Understand how to use a Skidmore * Plan ... Former experience working with Zachry Industrial, Inc. * Experience working as an Industrial Rigger.

Ironworker

Roxboro, NC

$20.50 - $26.75/hr

Turn of the nut method * Different types of indicators * Understand how to use a Skidmore * Plan ... Former experience working with Zachry Industrial, Inc. * Experience working as an Industrial Rigger.

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Nut Former information

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a nut former?

As a Nut Former, your daily responsibilities include setting up and operating nut forming machines, monitoring production for quality and consistency, and performing routine maintenance or troubleshooting minor issues. You will frequently inspect finished products for accuracy using measuring tools and keep detailed records of production runs. The role often involves collaborating with quality control staff and maintenance teams to ensure smooth operations and adherence to safety standards. This position is hands-on, typically in a manufacturing or production environment, and may require working shifts depending on the employer.

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

To thrive as a Nut Former, you need strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and experience in machine operation, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with operating and maintaining nut forming machines, understanding of measurement tools like calipers and micrometers, and knowledge of safety protocols are typically required. Strong problem-solving abilities, teamwork, and a commitment to quality help individuals stand out in this role. These skills ensure precise production, minimize downtime, and contribute to a safe and efficient manufacturing environment.

What is a nut former?

A Nut Former operates machinery that shapes metal into nuts, typically using cold-heading or forging processes. They set up, maintain, and adjust the equipment to ensure precision and efficiency in production. The role requires mechanical skills, attention to detail, and adherence to safety standards. Nut Formers often work in manufacturing settings, producing fasteners for various industries.

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Boilermaker 1

Zachry Group

Pasadena, TX • On-site

$23.75 - $28.75/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 2 days ago


Zachry Group rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 63 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

63rd of 80 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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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