Qualifications for apprenticeship

Every apprenticeship program is different, check with your local union.

An applicant for the Boilermakers Apprenticeship Program must:

  • Be at least 18 years of age.
  • Be in good health and physically able to do the job.
  • Be able to read, write and speak English well.
  • Be a high school graduate or have a GED.

Boilermaker Apprentice Job Duties:

Typical tasks performed by a field construction boilermaker apprentice include:

  1. Loading and unloading materials.
  2. Rigging materials for movement.
  3. Directing crane operators
  4. Assembling/disassembling scaffolds and work platforms.
  5. Changing crane booms
  6. Inspecting and caring for rigging accessories and equipment.
  7. Burning and gouging.
  8. Removing and replacing pressured and non-pressure components.
  9. Interpreting blueprints.
  10. Laying out components.
  11. Erecting support steel beams, columns, high/low pressure components.
  12. Using various welding equipment and process.
  13. Aligning and fitting components.

Information obtained from: www.bnap.com