Tank and Boiler Assemblers
Job description
These individuals assemble parts that make up boilers, tanks, and related equipment. They handle and hold in position by thermal (pointing) or mechanical (bolting) processes steel components that are then welded. They work in factories for manufacturers of boilers, heat exchangers, and heavy metal tanks.
Environment
- Controlled ambient temperature
- Equipment, machinery, tools
- Odours
- Hazardous workplaces
- Noise
- Falling objects
Main tasks
- Interpret plans and drawings.
- Determine the assembly logic to be followed.
- Accurately draw reference marks and reference points on parts.
- Bolt the workpieces together using an appropriate tightening sequence.
- Move the parts safely.
- Select tools and handling accessories according to the work to be done.
- Make calculations and measurements.
- Design and use assembly jigs.
- Assemble parts by thermal or mechanical means.
Training and requirements
Formation
WAP
This occupation is targeted by a Workplace Apprenticeship Program
Main skills and characteristics
Skills
- Data collection
- Reading comprehension
- Active listening
- Oral expression
- Critical thought
Abilities
- Hand-arm stability
- Limb coordination
- Control accuracy
- Near vision
- Manual dexterity
- Visualization
- Selective attention
- Speech clarity
- Classification
- Oral comprehension
- Digital dexterity
- Core strength
- Static muscle power
- Verbal skills
- Information organization
- Deductive reasoning
- Awareness of issues
Knowledge and attributes
- Critical thinking
- Autonomy
- Sense of responsibility
- Capacity to work in a team
- Knowledge of mathematics
- Rigour
- Attention to detail
- Respect standards and regulations
- Sense of observation
- Knowledge of buildings and construction
Interests
- Work with numbers
- Make, build, install
- Make technical plans and drawings
- Conduct tests and trials, control processes
Personality profiles (RIASEC)
- Realistic
- People with this profile prefer carrying out concrete tasks and being physically involved in what they do.
- Investigative
- People with this profile prefer relying on theoretical knowledge before acting. They like observation, analysis and problem solving.
- Conventional
- People with this profile prefer specific, well-defined tasks. They like to respect the order of things and follow established rules.
Appellation d’emploi liée (à traduire)
Structural metal and platework fabricators and fitters (CNP 72104)
Skill type
Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations
Last update: January 29, 2026