Boilermakers (47-2011)
Occupation description: 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, dogs, 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.
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Employment and Job Openings
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| Employment | Average annual openings | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 estimate | 2028 projection | Percent change | Labor force exits | Occupation transfers | Total | |
| Alaska | 64 | 72 | 12.5 | 2 | 5 | 8 |
| United States | 14,500 | 15,300 | 0.0 | 400 | 1,100 | 1,600 |
Job outlook
- Alaska: Alaska’s employment growth is moderate with low employment opportunities. Read more.
2019 Wages
| Mean Wage | Wage by Percentile | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mean | 10th | 25th | Median | 75th | 90th | |
| United States | 31.27 | 19.16 | 25.27 | 30.34 | 37.44 | 45.40 |
| Alaska | 30.56 | 17.39 | 19.76 | 32.91 | 36.51 | 39.55 |
