Boiler Mechanic
Core
Skilled Journeyperson responsible for installing, repairing, and maintaining heavy commercial and industrial boiler, steam, and plumbing systems.
Role type
Senior IC boiler and plumbing mechanic
Builds
Domestic, commercial, and industrial plumbing fixtures and systems; boiler and steam operational systems
Domain
Industrial HVAC and thermal management
Required skills
Pipe fitting, Steam fitting, Boiler operation (over 400,000 BTU), Plumbing system installation, Blueprint reading, Piping system design, Welding and brazing, Leak testing, Valid Gas B Ticket, Valid Class 5 driver's license
Preferred skills
Cross connection ticket, Class A Gasfitter license
Technologies
Welding equipment, Brazing equipment, Air and water pressure gauges, Blueprint software
Responsibilities
Install, repair, and maintain domestic, commercial, or industrial plumbing fixtures and systems; Determine piping system requirements and pipe sizing; Read blueprints to determine layout of plumbing, water supply, and waste systems; Join pipes using couplings, clamps, and welding equipment; Test pipes for leaks using pressure gauges; Locate and mark positions for pipe connections and fixtures; Cut openings in walls and floors for pipe installation.
Seniority
Senior, Journeyperson