Summary Boilermaker in the Kootenay Region

Find key facts and figures about working as a boilermaker. The following information is applicable to all Boilermakers (NOC 72103).

Description

Boilermakers fabricate, assemble, erect, test, maintain and repair boilers, vessels, tanks, towers, heat exchangers and other heavy-metal structures. They are employed in boiler fabrication, manufacturing, shipbuilding, construction, electric power generation and similar industrial establishments. Apprentices are also included in this unit group.

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Requirements

College or apprenticeship

This occupation usually requires a college diploma (community college, institute of technology or CÉGEP), an apprenticeship training of 2 or more years, or experience working in a supervisory occupation.

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Wages

$45.76/hour

Median wage in British Columbia

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Prospects

Limited

The job prospects are limited in British Columbia

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Jobs

1 job

advertised in British Columbia

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Competencies

  • Monitoring
  • Quality Control Testing
  • Product Design
  • Operation Monitoring of Machinery and Equipment
  • Troubleshooting

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