Boilermakers
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.Salary by State
| State Name | Employment | Annual Salary | Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 260 | $63,420 | $30.49 | |
| Alaska | 140 | $87,790 | $42.21 | |
| California | 770 | $100,310 | $48.23 | |
| Colorado | $77,360 | $37.19 | ||
| Connecticut | 280 | $57,440 | $27.61 | |
| Florida | $54,430 | $26.17 | ||
| Georgia | 260 | $57,290 | $27.54 | |
| Hawaii | 60 | $78,530 | $37.75 | |
| Illinois | 220 | $96,150 | $46.23 | |
| Indiana | 300 | $73,000 | $35.10 | |
| Iowa | 120 | $58,690 | $28.21 | |
| Kansas | $53,970 | $25.95 | ||
| Kentucky | $67,010 | $32.22 | ||
| Louisiana | 1,280 | $63,200 | $30.38 | |
| Maryland | $66,290 | $31.87 | ||
| Massachusetts | 100 | $82,420 | $39.62 | |
| Michigan | 970 | $72,890 | $35.05 | |
| Minnesota | 40 | $95,380 | $45.86 | |
| Mississippi | 190 | $64,180 | $30.85 | |
| Missouri | 60 | $53,770 | $25.85 | |
| Montana | 60 | $65,270 | $31.38 | |
| Nebraska | 60 | $55,620 | $26.74 | |
| Nevada | 180 | $55,990 | $26.92 | |
| New Jersey | 600 | $85,290 | $41.00 | |
| New Mexico | 50 | $57,410 | $27.60 | |
| New York | 420 | $79,110 | $38.04 | |
| North Carolina | 170 | $55,690 | $26.78 | |
| Ohio | 850 | $76,840 | $36.94 | |
| Oklahoma | 80 | $71,020 | $34.14 | |
| Oregon | $58,620 | $28.18 | ||
| Pennsylvania | $92,870 | $44.65 | ||
| South Dakota | 110 | $49,390 | $23.74 | |
| Tennessee | 540 | $60,080 | $28.88 | |
| Texas | 2,050 | $64,860 | $31.18 | |
| Utah | 110 | $71,560 | $34.40 | |
| Virginia | 660 | $53,450 | $25.70 | |
| Washington | 190 | $77,390 | $37.21 | |
| Wisconsin | 170 | $51,060 | $24.55 |
Education
The programs listed below are typically the education paths that can land you this kind of job.
A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to fabricate and repair steam boiler components. Includes instruction in principles of steam power, material selection, welding, riveting, sealing materials, pressure testing, pipefitting, and applicable codes and standards.
Ivy Tech Community College
Indianapolis, IN
Certificate
Associate Degree
Columbus State Community College
Columbus, OH
Certificate
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$69,070 per yearNational average salaryDecliningJob growth rate
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High school diploma or equivalentTypical education requirement
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ApprenticeshipTypical on-the-job training requirement
Educational Attainment
The following chart shows the highest education level completed by those working as boilermakers.
- Less than high school 11%
- High school graduate 54%
- College dropout 27%
- Associate’s degree 5%
- Bachelor’s degree 3%
- Master’s degree 0%
- Doctorate degree 0%
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