Experienced Boiler Tube Welder----Outage Projects-Travel
Company
Helfrich Brothers Boiler Works
Location
New York, NY
Salary
28–34 an hour
Posted
15 days ago
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Indeed
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Job Description
Job Description
This is for travel outage work-- 12 hour shifts 7/12's...We are seeking skilled Boiler Tube Welders, specifically versed in production style welding on industrial boiler tubes. The ideal candidate will possess their code qualification and have experience working inside an industrial boiler and performing quality welds while adhering to industry codes & standards. This role is a member of the HBBW Field Service division, meaning that this is a travel based position, Northeast-Mid-Atlantic servicing emergency outages and scheduled shutdowns. Company pays for the hotel while working & offers per diem daily, as well as travel reimbursement based out of Lawrence, MA.
Responsibilities
Daily responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
• Working during forced outages/emergencies (day or night shift)
• Knowledge and capability of using grinders as well as end prep tools to perform the proper procedures for tube reinstallation,
• Familiar with a range of filler metals and welding processes to perform welds on boiler tubes and components,
• Making, installing, and repairing boilers,
• Welding and bolting pieces together,
• Testing boilers & performing routine maintenance,
• Fabricating and assembling metal structures,
• Reading and interpreting diagrams, sketches, blueprints,
• Performing jobs safely while adhering to all safety guidelines,
• Responsibility for quality and safety while in the workplace.
Skills
• Pass a 6g Position Tube Test
• Experience with TIG, MIG, or stick welding
• Experience welding boiler tubes inside an industrial boiler
Work Environment
Working 7/12's
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is routinely exposed to work near moving mechanical parts; work in high, precarious places; risk of electrical shock and vibration; be able to work in hot or cold environments.
The noise level in the work environment is industrial and typically loud.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance.
Job Type: Temporary
Pay: $28.00 - $34.00 per hour
Work Location: On the road
This is for travel outage work-- 12 hour shifts 7/12's...We are seeking skilled Boiler Tube Welders, specifically versed in production style welding on industrial boiler tubes. The ideal candidate will possess their code qualification and have experience working inside an industrial boiler and performing quality welds while adhering to industry codes & standards. This role is a member of the HBBW Field Service division, meaning that this is a travel based position, Northeast-Mid-Atlantic servicing emergency outages and scheduled shutdowns. Company pays for the hotel while working & offers per diem daily, as well as travel reimbursement based out of Lawrence, MA.
Responsibilities
Daily responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
• Working during forced outages/emergencies (day or night shift)
• Knowledge and capability of using grinders as well as end prep tools to perform the proper procedures for tube reinstallation,
• Familiar with a range of filler metals and welding processes to perform welds on boiler tubes and components,
• Making, installing, and repairing boilers,
• Welding and bolting pieces together,
• Testing boilers & performing routine maintenance,
• Fabricating and assembling metal structures,
• Reading and interpreting diagrams, sketches, blueprints,
• Performing jobs safely while adhering to all safety guidelines,
• Responsibility for quality and safety while in the workplace.
Skills
• Pass a 6g Position Tube Test
• Experience with TIG, MIG, or stick welding
• Experience welding boiler tubes inside an industrial boiler
Work Environment
Working 7/12's
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is routinely exposed to work near moving mechanical parts; work in high, precarious places; risk of electrical shock and vibration; be able to work in hot or cold environments.
The noise level in the work environment is industrial and typically loud.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance.
Job Type: Temporary
Pay: $28.00 - $34.00 per hour
Work Location: On the road
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Welder Jobs
What is the median hourly wage for welders in the United States as of 2026?
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median hourly wage for welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers is $27.50 as of May 2026. The 10th percentile earns $18.75 per hour while the 90th percentile earns $38.20 per hour in the same period.
How many hours per week can welders legally work before overtime applies in the United States in 2026?
The U.S. Department of Labor requires overtime pay at 1.5 times the regular rate after 40 hours in a workweek for non-exempt welders under the FLSA as of 2026. Standard shifts are limited to 8 hours per day in most union contracts covering welders.
What education and certification are required to qualify for welder jobs in the United States in 2026?
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics states that a high school diploma plus a 6-12 month postsecondary welding certificate is the typical entry requirement as of 2026. AWS D1.1 certification is mandatory for 78 percent of structural welding positions.
Which documents are needed to apply for welder positions through official U.S. government workforce channels in 2026?
Applicants must submit Form I-9, state-issued photo ID, and Social Security card to DOL-registered employers as of 2026. Welding certifications and OSHA 10-hour card copies are also required for federal contract jobs.
