Boilermakers
Boilermakers build, install, and repair boilers. They also work on other large containers that hold liquids and gases.
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National data for boilermakers (SOC 47-2011).
$32,910
$50,700
$73,980
$15.82
$24.38
$35.57
Based on
  • About 8.7% or slower than average growth rate
  • Employ 18,758 nationally with 845 job openings each year; Nebraska employment is unavailable
    • Wage Figures

    Education

  • Have a high school diploma or GED
  • Complete an apprenticeship or on-the-job training

    • Hours

  • Usually work a 40-hour week.
  • May work overtime to meet deadlines or make emergency repairs.
  • Can expect their work to be seasonal. Workload will vary depending on the time of year.
  • Often travel and may be away from home for extended periods.
    • BOILERMAKERS will:
  • Read and interpret blueprints
  • Usually work seasonally
  • Often travel to work sites
    • BOILERMAKERS frequently:
  • Use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
  • Stand for long periods of time.
    • It is important that BOILERMAKER be able to:
  • Make quick, precise adjustments to machine controls.
  • Use hands and fingers to grasp, move, or assemble objects.
  • See details of objects that are less than a few feet away.
  • Use muscles to lift, push, pull, or carry heavy objects.
  • Determine the distance between objects.
  • Speak clearly so listeners can understand.
    • Understand the speech of another person.
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