Boilermaker

Job Description

Job Description

Job Opportunity: Boilermaker

Location: Norfolk, VA
Pay: $20.00 – $30.00/hr
Schedule: Full-Time, Contract | 50–70 hrs/week | Up to 7 days/week (Overtime Required)

About the Role

We are seeking experienced Boilermakers to support industrial and marine operations in Norfolk, VA. This position is critical in the construction, maintenance, and repair of boilers and pressure vessels, ensuring safe and efficient operation across shipyard and industrial projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Test and inspect boiler systems for leaks or defects.

• Replace or repair valves using hand and power tools.

• Use gas torches for cutting, heating, and repairs.

• Clean boilers, furnaces, and pressure vessel equipment using scrapers, wire brushes, and solvents.

• Install manholes, handholes, taps, tubes, valves, gauges, and feedwater connections.

• Install refractory brick in fireboxes.

• Read and interpret blueprints, procedures, and specifications.

• Work in confined spaces, climb ladders/stairs, and wear appropriate PPE.

• Endure noise, fumes, dust, heat/cold, and inclement weather.

Requirements

• 8+ years of boiler, heat exchanger, and valve repair experience preferred.

• Must be respirator-fit and physically capable of climbing 200+ steps per hour.

• Ability to pass drug screen and obtain DBIDS/TWIC credentials.

• Bricklaying/refractory experience in industrial settings a plus.

• Must be available to work 50–70 hours per week, up to 7 days per week.

How to Apply

Undrae: 757-260-9842 | Ashlie: 423-825-8091 | Jeremy: 206-960-2017
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Equal Opportunity Statement

LEAD is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.
LEAD is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where employment opportunities are available to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that diversity and inclusion is critical to our success as a growing national company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.