Boilermaker - Welder (ELKO, NV)

R.F. MacDonald Co.
October 14, 2023
Sparks, NV
89434

Job Description Job Description Description: Position: Boilermaker - Welder Location: ELKO, NV (New Office, Rep orts to Reno management team) Reports to: Operations / Service Manager Objectives/Summary R. F. MacDonald Co. is looking for an experience Boilermaker, responsible for comprehending and utilizing blueprints, sketches, drawings, technical manuals, work process instructions to install, repair boilers, pumps, burners, and other pressure vessels. The boilermaker welder collaborates with the end users, contractors, authorized inspectors, and equipment engineers. The Boilermaker will also be responsible for service work estimations, keeping the scheduler of the work informed of daily work progress, custodian of company truck, tools, equipment, and supplies. Responsible for monitoring of his own billings, costs, and inventory. An inside administrative person provides office support for this position. Essential Functions * Ability to perform all job duties of craft trade. Test and inspect boiler systems for leaks or defects * Know when to stop work for misinformation, safety concerns or any other reason that would create a risk to oneself, a team member or damage equipment. * Ability to read basic blueprints, read and understand craft specs, craft spec procedures and recommendations * Able to locate piece marks for correct views and know how to pick out different elevations * Being able to know the correct installation based on the orientation. Replace or repair valves, using hand and power tools. * Inspect assembled vessels and individual components, such as tubes, fittings, valves, controls, and auxiliary mechanisms, to locate any defects. * Install manholes, handholes, taps, tubes, valves, gauges, and feedwater connections in drums of water tube boilers, using hand tools. * Collaborates with sales and service team to increase the sales of our boiler product lines. Will work to “package” the sale of service contracts with our boiler lines. * Will understand the requirements of ASME Code repairs and its impact on estimating, inspections, welding procedures and material control. * Knowledge in water treatment and how it relates to operation of the equipment. Capable of identifying potential problems when lack of water treatment is performed. * Capable of reading and understanding mechanical drawings. Along with the ability to make modifications to the equipment per these drawings. * Capable of pipe fitting to ASME, state and local codes. * Evaluate basic boiler room systems (steam and hydronic), gather information, and help solve problems. * Ability to produce detailed but concise quotations pertaining to customer requirements * Must have good knowledge in appraising the customer’s service needs for the repair of various products including boilers, pressure vessels, burners, boiler accessories, and other heat producing equipment. * Some in-house and formal factory training will be provided on a scheduled basis, but you are expected to seek the necessary level and frequency of training from the company’s resources to become proficient in these areas. Required Education and Experience * Completed High School diploma or equivalent * Two years of technical school, community college or trade school * 5-8 year of related experience in boiler/pumps operations and handling of boiler auxiliary equipment. * Computer knowledge a plus. * Pipefitting experience is a plus. Competencies * Strong sense of urgency * Availability to work overtime and occasional on call shifts * A superior level of customer service that promotes goodwill between the company, customer, and other associates. * Excellent written and oral communication skills * Working knowledge of and familiarity with computers, MS office, familiarity with smart phone, internet, and email functions. Must be able to use a keyboard to enter data accurately. * A driving record that is in good standing * Be fit for a respirator. Access confined spaces Work Environment This job operates in internal and external environments which may include inclement weather conditions. Environment will include working with hot steam, liquids tight spaces and other conditions depending on customer site(s). Physical Demands and expected work hours Standing 60% Walking 20% Sitting 20%, Lifting, and carrying up to 50 lb. This is a full-time position. Required to work in 8 hours shift. Required to assist in providing 24-hr service by being “on call” on a rotating basis. Travel Travel is required for this position to other RFM locations and customer sites with out-of-area and possible overnight travel. Requirements:

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