Boilermaker

Fabricate, assemble and modify boiler systems and heavy sheet metal components.

Understand and follow company and inustry safety rules, practices and procedure, wear prescribed safety apparel; take appropraite action when conditions threaten safety or self or coworkers; ensure equipment and work area are in safe operating condition before starting work.

Accurately transdribe numbers and English words onto forms.

Weld all types of meals including iron, steel, stainless steel and aluminum.

Demonstrate proficiency in welding techniques including gas, brazing, SMAW, MIG and TIG.

Read; interpret blueprints and CAD/CAM.

Communicate with others, verbally and in writing, technical information, job procedure recommendations and other work-related information.

Operate in a team environment, cooperating and maintaining positive working relationships.

Make quick visual inspections and comparisons at near distances to determine if objects meet specifications, Detect and interpret visual color signals and displays at near and far distances. Have good depth perception to judge speed and distance of locomotives being moved in service area.

Detect unusual sounds and smells during inspections and tests.

Lift, carry, push or pull objects weighing from 25-20 pounds.

Layout fit and verify measurements for sheet metal work of 13 gauge or heavier metal.

Climb stairs, ladders and maintain balance working on equipment at elevations more than 12 feet above ground level.

Travel with steam locomotive performing maintenance and servicing.

Ensure safety of self and co-workers.

Fabricate and assemble parts and components using welding, riveting, bolting, soldering and grinding.

Fabricate locomotive and other parts such as fronts, doors running boards, truck frames, derricks and booms.

Work with shop machines, tools, vehicles and equipment (including drill and punch presses, bench lathes, drills, impact wrenches, power saws, grinders, acetylene torches, electric and gas welding equipment.

Remove and install boiler tubes, flues, repair super heater units, remove and install welded and/or threaded stay bolts, studs, plugs, etc.

Operate overhead hoists and jacks to lift parts.

Read, understand and interpret information.

Safety and effectively operate the following: acetylene torches, non=power tools (pliers, wrenches, and hammers); power tools (drills, power saws, grinders); electric and gas welding equipment.

Applicants must be 18 years of age or older.

Applicants must be computer literate and have basic keyboarding skills.

Applicants receiving a conditional job offer must pass a color vision assessment to ensure that they are able to perform the essential functions of the job by adequately discerning different colors.

Applicants must be able and willing to understand and apply safety rules, practice safe work habits, identify safety risks, and avoid potentially risky behaviors and situations.

Applicants must have the ability to communicate and work well both independently and with others.

Applicants must be open to change, take initiative, make meaningful contributions, and take responsibility for the quality and timely completion of one's tasks.

Agree to all listed job requirements, e.g. pay, shift work, outdoor work, confined spaces, etc.

Applicants must be able to read and understand job information written in English.

Applicants must have a minimum two years experience on steam locomotive boiler repairs.

Applicants must be a qualified welder under AWS, AME Section 0, and MBIC appendix 3 codes. Full familiarity with all applicable FRA codes , including but not limited to, CFR 49 Part 230 Inspection/Repair Requirements for Steam-Powered Locomotives.

Applicants must have verifiable experience in and able to demonstrate proficiency in welding pressure vessels up to 3" wall thickness; welding all types of metals including iron, steel, stainless steel and aluminum' must have verifiable experience and be able to demonstrate proficiency in welding techniques including gas, brazing, SMAW, MIG and TIG.

Applicants must have experience in riveting and in fabricating steel and aluminum parts.

Applicants must have experience in removing and installing boiler tubes and flues, repairing super heater units, removing and installing welded and/or threaded stay bolts, studs, plugs, etc.

Applicants must authorized to work in the United States

Must be able to read and interpret blueprints and CAD/CAM.

Must be able to read and understand posted bulletins, regulations, rule books and manufacturer manuals.

On a post-offer basis, Union Pacific will conduct an investigation into newly hired or transferred employees regarding their past employment, state and federal criminal history, military history, driving history, education, professional license or certification verification if job-related, Social Security number, prior drug history, and other job-related information. Individuals with felony and/or misdemeanor convictions may not be hired. Click here for Union Pacific's policy regarding background investigations.

Employment with Union Pacific is contingent upon the successful completion of a medical examination. The medical examination includes a drug screen, a color vision exam, and a medical assessment to ensure that candidates can safely perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation. In addition, the company conducts for-cause, post-accident, and random drug and alcohol testing of its employees.

Union membership initiation fee and monthly dues or assessments are required as per the collective bargaining agreement.

Probabtionary period can vary by collective bargaining agreement.

International Brotherhood of Boilermakers, Iron Ship Builders, Blacksmiths, Forgers and Helpers.

Varied work conditions. Work will take place both in a shop environment and outside, regardless of weather conditions.

Boilermakers must wear personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, safety boots, hard hats, and hearing protection where the company requires.

Boilermakers must be able to work independently and maintain a good safety record.

Boilermakers will be working forty-hour work weeks that may include variable shifts with overtime and work on rest days; holidays and weekends

Must be willing to work in confined spaces if it is required.

Must be willing to work with, on and around moving heavy equipment.

Candidates must not be afraid of heights, as they will be working at elevations over 12 feet above the ground.

Job applicants who have previously interviewed for this position regardless of geographical location can only reapply for this position after a period of six months has passed.

Please apply only to those locations where you are prepared to live and work.