BOILERMAKER - WELDER & RIGGER

[@outalive55]

WOW!!! that is a great video. Retired Boilermaker from 647. Retired after 37 years of field construction. graduate apprentice class of 1977. I worked in over 20 different locals over the years. Got out alive at 55. Keep up the good work. thanks for the memories, now I think I will have another glass of Jameson Whiskey and a beer! and Oh by the way, F**k Em! I ain"t comming in tomorrow!

[@larrymasterspowerbuildingc4477]

I am hoping to get into an apprenticeship. I am 48. They can't tell from my application that I am physically fit, and super strong (8 years as a powrlifter). So , do you think that I have a chance? Did you see any apprentices my age in your time as a boilermaker? Thanks and good health to you, Sir.

[@tawnaAdoll]

Nice job on the video. My dad retired from boilermakers local 627 best choice he ever made.

[@esiahbegaye8838]

Nice, Boilermakers Local #4 Right here got in right after graduation and still going, Union Pride Boilermaker tube Welder

[@larrymasterspowerbuildingc4477]

I am hoping to get into an apprenticeship. I am 48. They can't tell from my application that I am physically fit, and super strong (8 years as a powrlifter). So , do you think that I have a chance? Did you see any apprentices my age in your time as a boilermaker? Thanks and good health to you, Sir.

[@nicksteen884]

local 433 here bro. proud tubes

[@lfridel]

Hell Ya, Retired Local 105 started in 1966 first apprentice for our local to start and first to grad. Tell em Frog said kick a**

[@larrymasterspowerbuildingc4477]

I am hoping to get into an apprenticeship. I am 48. They can't tell from my application that I am physically fit, and super strong (8 years as a powrlifter). So , do you think that I have a chance? Did you see any apprentices my age in your time as a boilermaker? Thanks and good health to you, Sir.

[@jerryhopper1685]

Best job I ever had “retired from Union Lo/108 Birmingham Alabama

[@wiledboy3]

hell yea 154 thats what im talking about home of the steel city baby pittsburgh pa hell yea love the video dude.

[@gabrooks512]

Sorry bout that Mr Jimadkins, It has been quite awhile since I have worked over there. I was up at the hall this past week and just found out that you guys and other locals too, have had some plants shut down and that you do not have the work that you used to. But call 83 brother, we will share what we have til it is all gone, we still have boomers on every one of our job sites. Hope to see you out there.

[@larrymasterspowerbuildingc4477]

I am hoping to get into an apprenticeship. I am 48. They can't tell from my application that I am physically fit, and super strong (8 years as a powrlifter). So , do you think that I have a chance? Did you see any apprentices my age in your time as a boilermaker? Thanks and good health to you, Sir.

[@thefnaffan2]

I'm a boilmaker out of L#169/ ... GREAT VID GUYS..

[@larrymasterspowerbuildingc4477]

I am hoping to get into an apprenticeship. I am 48. They can't tell from my application that I am physically fit, and super strong (8 years as a powrlifter). So , do you think that I have a chance? Did you see any apprentices my age in your time as a boilermaker? Thanks and good health to you, Sir.

[@katedonlan7143]

Nice vid! LU 454 here, Welding farts to rainbows in hurricanes before daddy was a dirty thought

[@crstella]

Well, it's all about perception and priorities. Money isn't everything, especially when your salary swings back and forth in huge leaps. I remember some years that I made a great living, then the following year I was lucky to break 45-50k with unemployment. I'm sure there are some boilermakers that died young or had an early onset of Parkinson's disease may tell you otherwise. A boilermakers life is not glamorous by any stretch. This career is a give and take, feast and famine.

[@larrymasterspowerbuildingc4477]

I am hoping to get into an apprenticeship. I am 48. They can't tell from my application that I am physically fit, and super strong (8 years as a powrlifter). So , do you think that I have a chance? Did you see any apprentices my age in your time as a boilermaker? Thanks and good health to you, Sir.

[@crstella]

A "field" construction boilermaker job is very perilous. Hazards such as falling, crushing, dismemberment, electrocution, asphyxiation, fire, etc. Not only immediate physical hazards, but there a lot of airborne hazards that have a cumulative effect on your health, ie: arsenic, asbestos hazards, lead, cadmium, etc. Proper training, equipment and awareness can help keep risks to a minimum. As for your second question, I put the artist's name and song title at the end of the film. (ie:credits)

[@xtreame44dj]

Local 5 here man love the vid keep it up

[@larrymasterspowerbuildingc4477]

I am hoping to get into an apprenticeship. I am 48. They can't tell from my application that I am physically fit, and super strong (8 years as a powrlifter). So , do you think that I have a chance? Did you see any apprentices my age in your time as a boilermaker? Thanks and good health to you, Sir.

[@dieselphiend]

Local 154 here, nice vid :)

[@larrymasterspowerbuildingc4477]

I am hoping to get into an apprenticeship. I am 48. They can't tell from my application that I am physically fit, and super strong (8 years as a powrlifter). So , do you think that I have a chance? Did you see any apprentices my age in your time as a boilermaker? Thanks and good health to you, Sir.

[@katedonlan7143]

@@larrymasterspowerbuildingc4477 it's not the gym hoss, we use modern rigging, cranes, come-alongs, chain Falls and our bench press weights in the tonnage, but strong backs are always welcome

[@larrymasterspowerbuildingc4477]

@@katedonlan7143 Thanks for the reply. I'm hoping to be selected. I am on file. All the best.

[@katedonlan7143]

@@larrymasterspowerbuildingc4477 Best of luck to ya,as far as being physically fit or having some kind of training that will help, endurance training like a military obstacle course where there's a lot of climbing,ducking,squatting, crawling and other positions involved,yoga or any Zen mindfulness training can do wonders for welding, pay attention, it's a thinking man's job and a very hazardous environment. Many of us have lost brothers and sisters on the job

[@2010Detrich]

very cool! great pics and loved the music

[@gabrooks512]

I am a member of Local 83 Kansas City. As far as I can tell ya about getting a job to settle down and not travel..... Local 60 out of Peoria,IL. might be a good hall to try to get started, The guys over there stay pretty close to home. So I've been told. Hope that helps.

[@larrymasterspowerbuildingc4477]

I am hoping to get into an apprenticeship. I am 48. They can't tell from my application that I am physically fit, and super strong (8 years as a powrlifter). So , do you think that I have a chance? Did you see any apprentices my age in your time as a boilermaker? Thanks and good health to you, Sir.

[@russtye]

I did not like the real confind spaces so I would up just weling & fitting the piping outside the boilers but it was still good work.

[@crstella]

Depending on what local boilermaker union you join and what application your looking for will depend on the amount of travel, there are many variables to your question. For instance, a fabrication shop geared boilermaker will not have to travel. A field construction boilermaker travel time will vary. Typically, local unions in the south, such as Texas or South Carolina, etc. Travel out of state frequently to make their living. If you want to know more, feel free to message me.

[@larrymasterspowerbuildingc4477]

I am hoping to get into an apprenticeship. I am 48. They can't tell from my application that I am physically fit, and super strong (8 years as a powrlifter). So , do you think that I have a chance? Did you see any apprentices my age in your time as a boilermaker? Thanks and good health to you, Sir.

[@toddgammon9080]

I'm out of Boilermakers local 502 I love my job

[@larrymasterspowerbuildingc4477]

I am hoping to get into an apprenticeship. I am 48. They can't tell from my application that I am physically fit, and super strong (8 years as a powrlifter). So , do you think that I have a chance? Did you see any apprentices my age in your time as a boilermaker? Thanks and good health to you, Sir.

[@toddgammon9080]

Yea I got in when I was 40 in the boilermakers

[@larrymasterspowerbuildingc4477]

@@toddgammon9080 awesome. I'm staying in shape and waiting to b let in. All the best to you Sir!

[@crstella]

@outalive55 Glad you enjoyed the video, congratulations on your retirement. Sláinte!!!

[@jcstreets5530]

good video... im out of local 128 in canada... union field boilermaker til i die!!!

[@larrymasterspowerbuildingc4477]

I am hoping to get into an apprenticeship. I am 48. They can't tell from my application that I am physically fit, and super strong (8 years as a powrlifter). So , do you think that I have a chance? Did you see any apprentices my age in your time as a boilermaker? Thanks and good health to you, Sir.

[@joshuagarrard3859]

I,m thinking about becoming a boilermaker myself

[@FutureNavyChief]

I'm very interested in this work, just don't know what career path to take to get here!

[@MrStryperfan]

with this career do you have to travel?? im lookin for a career in welding that i can settle down and not travel so much cause m passion is in weldin!!if any one can help please respond!! awesome vid!!

[@urbanization1]

i plan on applying for an apprenticeship sometime soon for the boilermakers. just had a higher up come to our voc welding class and talk to us about it. anything someone wants to tell me like some tips or tricks while on the job. mostly to help not get my ass chewed out by a supervisor.

[@katedonlan7143]

If you fall asleep in a gang box and get caught , make sure you have a bag of Tater chips so at least when they catch you they won't be hungry

[@NEPAS77]

hey im graduating this year of highschool and im interested in this job could you please tell me what to expect from this job?

[@S3cK5hun8]

true. parkinsons is like an ongoing seizure? how does one get it from being a boilermaker?

[@katedonlan7143]

Brown nosing and kissing ass

[@jeffs.5882]

L-11 all day. Love Big Sky country!

[@larrymasterspowerbuildingc4477]

I am hoping to get into an apprenticeship. I am 48. They can't tell from my application that I am physically fit, and super strong (8 years as a powrlifter). So , do you think that I have a chance? Did you see any apprentices my age in your time as a boilermaker? Thanks and good health to you, Sir.

[@erockjmet]

great!!! Fucking great vid Local 146

[@larrymasterspowerbuildingc4477]

I am hoping to get into an apprenticeship. I am 48. They can't tell from my application that I am physically fit, and super strong (8 years as a powrlifter). So , do you think that I have a chance? Did you see any apprentices my age in your time as a boilermaker? Thanks and good health to you, Sir.

[@erockjmet]

@@larrymasterspowerbuildingc4477 48 is pretty late getting in. Call you local hall where you are and ask them.

[@larrymasterspowerbuildingc4477]

@@erockjmet Thanks for the reply. I have already snt in the paperwork and I am waiting to get in in March or September. I am trying to find a place as a welder. I want to learn TIG. I am a MIG welder currently. I have to settle into a spot immdiately, but I want a union job. It's either stay where I am and learn how to fabricate dump bodies or find a place that will help me learn TIG as I work in their shop. Thanks again, and all th best to you.

[@MrMatthewmcwhorter]

man you are right people just dont know im out of 105 piketon, ohio

[@jackwoods2228]

107 journeyman

[@larrymasterspowerbuildingc4477]

I am hoping to get into an apprenticeship. I am 48. They can't tell from my application that I am physically fit, and super strong (8 years as a powrlifter). So , do you think that I have a chance? Did you see any apprentices my age in your time as a boilermaker? Thanks and good health to you, Sir.

[@crstella]

Parkinson's is a central nervous system disorder. Years of exposure to welding fumes, from various welding applications, can contribute to such ailments. Manganese, Chromium, etc, are all hazardous byproducts from welding.

[@Etiker5]

Im an apprentice boily in australia but what is this "local" thing everyone talks about? I've never heard of the term until I started watching YT vids

[@charlesstella6476]

Astro, unions in the States are segregated by local lodges that coincide with a geographical region and identified by a numerical means (i.e., Pittsburgh PA = Local Lodge 154, Charleston WV = Local Lodge 667, etc). Also, Each respective union(s) bear different local lodge numbers. I worked in Australia years ago, from what I recall, they don't use this method and are represented by a National Organized Labor Union. Also, the boilermakers I worked with in Australia were more in tune with, and fall into a category of, "metal fabricators/mechanics/plate welders". Boilermakers in the states (and the UK predominantly) follow suit with constructing/maintaining fossil-fuel boilers; as this is still a fairly dominant source of power in the US. Most American boilermakers are extremely well versed in "tube welding" and heavy rigging. In Australia, "riggers" are an entirely separate category of trade, but would fall in line with our, "ironworkers". Some more about "local lodges": en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Local_union

[@Etiker5]

Charles Stella Thanks for the reply and apologies for my late reply...Thanks for clearing that up. Yes Australia doesn't use that local method and are more in tune with fabrication that I'm aware of...I work on mining equipment which is more of a welding trade than anything but love it. Boilermakers in Australia aren't real boilermakers that's just the title they are referred to but don't get me wrong very good at what they do...cheers

[@charlesstella6476]

@louis landry Yes, I failed to mention this. Now that I recall, I had worked with some Canadians years ago. I think their lodge was out of Ottawa, if I recall correctly. Fairly rare to see/work with the Canadian boilermakers though.

[@94micalo]

Local 154

[@totaldoom3040]

Where did you find the opening picture?

[@charlesstella6476]

I drew it.

[@zachauger3712]

Nice..from local 146

[@S3cK5hun8]

Id love to get in that shit. How dangerous is being a boilermaker? Also whats the song name? I love it

[@crstella]

one, I don't know what your asking....two, you just posted your phone number on youtube.

[@laurenrothman6347]

Local 92

[@S3cK5hun8]

if im making 40-70 bucks an hours i'd say it's well worth the risk. don't quote me because that estimate was just ballpark. i dont know how much you make. that puts the whole pig on the table, not just the bacon.

[@katedonlan7143]

You haven't factored in the strip dancers, hookers, and divorces yet

[@DUSTYBUTTCHEEKZ]

Local 107

[@johnathonkeith7711]

L-455!!

[@andie371]

not good enough