* 1- 2 years of Journeyman experience.
* Should have at least 2 - 3 years as an apprentice/helper in one of the mechanical areas such as * Ironworker, Boilermaker, Pipefitter-Bolt Up, Pipefitter Fabricator or Welding.
* Accurately interpret and apply information from work orders, job orders, specifications, blueprints, ISO's or other drawings and recognize basic blueprint terms and symbols for job application.
* Identify, recognize and demonstrate safe usage of power tools and hand tools appropriate for the job.
* Recognize various materials used in piping systems and demonstrate a working knowledge of appropriate material handling techniques.
* Select and safely use appropriate equipment which may include (but not limited to) manlifts, fork lifts, and company trucks.
* Demonstrates knowledge and skills in safe rigging practices.
* Identify, explain and perform crane hand signals.
* Identify and recognize components of structural systems.
* Demonstrate ability to accurately layout and fabricate structural iron.
* Demonstrate ability to locate and mark reference points for structural components on foundation using master straightedge, square, transit, builder's levels and measuring tape.
* Alight structure or plates to be assembled on boiler frames, tanks, or structures, using plumb bobs, wedges, dogs or turnbuckles.
* Demonstrate appropriate techniques in handling sections or structural parts in order to facilitate fitting edges together.
* Bolt or weld equipment sections using approved materials and procedures such as stacks, chutes, ladders, catwalks, etc.