How to hire a boilermaker mechanic

How to hire a boilermaker mechanic, step by step

Here's a step-by-step boilermaker mechanic hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a boilermaker mechanic job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new boilermaker mechanic
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   First, determine the employments status of the boilermaker mechanic you need to hire. Certain boilermaker mechanic roles might require a full-time employee, whereas others can be done by part-time workers or contractors.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

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   A boilermaker mechanic's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, boilermaker mechanics from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   Here's a comparison of boilermaker mechanic salaries for various roles:

   Type of Boilermaker Mechanic	Description	Hourly rate
   Boilermaker Mechanic	Boilermakers assemble, install, and repair boilers, closed vats, and other large vessels or containers that hold liquids and gases.	$23-42
   Mechanic	Mechanics are professionals responsible for assembling, maintaining, and repairing vehicles and types of machinery. They are knowledgeable of various tools and equipment, machinery, electrical systems, and other components... Show more	$16-30

2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Safety Valves
   • Demo
   • Taps
   • Torches
   • MIG
   • Water Columns
   • Condensers
   • Turnaround
   • Control Valves
   • Caulking
   • Bolt-Up
   • Water Connections
   • Pipe Systems
   • Individual Component

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   Responsibilities:

   • Manage, implement and review safety policies, conduct safety audits as required as well as conduct JSA tool box talks.
   • Document repairs, modifications and inspections in accordance with FAA requirements on both paper and in an automate maintenance information database.
   • Document repairs, modifications and inspections in accordance with FAA requirements on both paper and in an automate maintenance information database.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your boilermaker mechanic job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A boilermaker mechanic salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, boilermaker mechanics' average salary in nebraska is 21% less than in hawaii.
   • Seniority. Entry-level boilermaker mechanics earn 45% less than senior-level boilermaker mechanics.
   • Certifications. A boilermaker mechanic with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in a boilermaker mechanic's salary.

   Average boilermaker mechanic salary

   $65,947yearly

   $31.71 hourly rate

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   Entry-level boilermaker mechanic salary

   $48,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 16, 2025

4. Writing a boilermaker mechanic job description

   A job description for a boilermaker mechanic role includes a summary of the job's main responsibilities, required skills, and preferred background experience. Including a salary range can also go a long way in attracting more candidates to apply, and showing the first name of the hiring manager can also make applicants more comfortable. As an example, here's a boilermaker mechanic job description:

   Boilermaker mechanic job description example

   Job Description BAE Systems - Norfolk Ship Repair is seeking a mechanic with boilermaker background. The successful candidate will experience a non-routine environment. There is always something new to learn and see here. In the facilities department, our task is to maintain all rolling equipment, centrifugal, turbine, injector, diaphragm, and closed coupled pumps, boilers, air compressors, generators and associated piping and equipment.Required Education, Experience, & Skills High School Diploma/GED
   5-10 years experience in maintaining equipment
   
   General knowledge of small engines
   
   General knowledge of diesel engines
   
   Great communication skills Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills Blueprint reading
   
   Diesel Mechanic
   
   Boilermaker Experience
   
   About BAE Systems Platforms & Services BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too. At BAE Systems, we celebrate the array of skills, experiences, and perspectives our employees bring to the table. For us, differences are a source of strength. We're laser-focused on high performance, and we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where all employees can innovate and thrive. Here, you will not only build your career, but you will also enjoy work-life balance, uncover new experiences, and collaborate with passionate colleagues.

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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find boilermaker mechanics for your business:

   • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.

   To find boilermaker mechanic candidates, you can consider the following options:

   • Post your job opening on Zippia or other job search websites.
   • Use niche websites that focus on engineering and technology jobs, such as constructionjobs.
   • Post your job on free job posting websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Recruiting boilermaker mechanics requires you to bring your A-game to the interview process. The first interview should introduce the company and the role to the candidate as much as they present their background experience and reasons for applying for the job. During later interviews, you can go into more detail about the technical details of the job and ask behavioral questions to gauge how they'd fit into your current company culture.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match your ideal candidate profile. If you think a candidate is good enough for the next step, you can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new boilermaker mechanic

   Once you've selected the best boilermaker mechanic candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

   It's also important to follow up with applicants who do not get the job with an email letting them know that the position is filled.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new boilermaker mechanic. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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