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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, 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. Industry profile for this occupation: Industries with the highest levels of employment in this occupation: Building Equipment Contractors Nonresidential Building Construction Residential Building Construction Utility System Construction Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance Foundation, Structure, and Building Exterior Contractors Ventilation, Heating, Air-Conditioning, and Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing Other Specialty Trade Contractors Resin, Synthetic Rubber, and Artificial Synthetic Fibers and Filaments Manufacturing Colleges, Universities, and Schools Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance Next |