Boilermakers
Code: 47-2011.00
Zone 2
Median Annual Salary
£76,410
Range: £50,490 - £110,370
Preparation & Education
Job Zone 1-2: Very Little to Some Preparation Needed
Job Zone 2
Industry Outlook
Below Average
New job opportunities are less likely in the future.
Role Overview & What They Do
Construct, assemble, maintain, and repair stationary steam boilers and boiler house auxiliaries. Align structures or plate sections to assemble boiler frame tanks or vats, following blueprints. Work involves use of hand and power tools, plumb bobs, levels, wedges, dogs, or turnbuckles. Assist in testing assembled vessels. Direct cleaning of boilers and boiler furnaces. Inspect and repair boiler fittings, such as safety valves, regulators, automatic-control mechanisms, water columns, and auxiliary machines.
Also Known As (Alternative Job Titles)
Boiler Installer
Boiler Mechanic
Boiler Repairman
Boiler Service Technician (Boiler Service Tech)
Boiler Technician (Boiler Tech)
Boilermaker
Boilermaker Mechanic
Boilermaker Pipe Fitter
Boilermaker Welder
Industrial Boiler Service Technician (Industrial Boiler Service Tech)
Daily Duties & On-The-Job Tasks
- Conduct pressure tests on vessels, such as boilers.
- Study blueprints to determine locations, relationships, or dimensions of parts.
- Examine boilers, pressure vessels, tanks, or vats to locate defects, such as leaks, weak spots, or defective sections, so that they can be repaired.
Technology, Tools & Software Stack
Spreadsheet software
Microsoft Excel
Electronic mail software
Microsoft Outlook
Computer based training software
Health and safety training software
Core Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
Basic Skills
thinking about the pros and cons of different ways to solve a problem
figuring out how to use new ideas or things
Problem Solving
noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it
Engineering and Technology
mechanical
Arts and Humanities
English language
Math and Science
arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, or statistics
Hand and Finger Use
hold or move items with your hands
keep your arm or hand steady
Controlled Movement
quickly change the controls of a machine, car, truck or boat
use your arms and/or legs together while sitting, standing, or lying down
Ideas and Logic
notice when problems happen
use rules to solve problems
Verbal
listen and understand what people say
Personality & Work Styles
Top Interest: Realistic
People interested in this work like activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions.
Key Work Styles:
Cautiousness
Attention to Detail
Dependability
Perseverance
Frequently Asked Questions About Boilermakers
In the UK, the median annual salary for a Boilermakers is £76,410. Starting salaries (10th percentile) typically begin around £50,490, while highly experienced professionals (90th percentile) can earn upwards of £110,370 depending on location and experience.
Entry as a Boilermakers typically aligns with Job Zone 2 (Job Zone 1-2: Very Little to Some Preparation Needed). Usually requires a high school diploma or GED, though some careers may not.
Essential skills and tooling for a Boilermakers include: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Health and safety training software. Practitioners also benefit from strong analytical problem solving and communication skills.
New job opportunities are less likely in the future. (Industry demand rating: Below Average).
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Salary Distribution
10th Percentile (Entry):
£50,490
Median Annual (Average):
£76,410
90th Percentile (Senior):
£110,370
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