Purpose of the Job

A boilermaker in a truck panel shop fabricates and assembles metal components for truck bodies, ensuring precision and quality while adhering to safety protocols and collaborating with team members to meet project deadlines. They are required to perform repairs, maintain equipment, and document their work accurately.

Key Responsibilities 

Metal Fabrication & Welding

• Management of the overall condition of the vehicles in the fleet
• Metal Fabrication & Welding
• Cut, shape and assemble metal components accurately
• Use tools like plasma cutters, grinders and shears proficiently
• Perform relevant welding techniques to execute tasks with precision
• Remain up to date with welding and fabrication techniques and technologies
• Select appropriate materials based on project specifications
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings and specifications to understand project requirements
• Accurately measure and mark metal components to ensure proper alignment and fit
• Conduct repairs on damaged truck body components and perform routine maintenance tasks

Quality Control & Safety Compliance

• Inspect finished products thoroughly to ensure they meet quality standards
• Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines
• Maintain and clean welding and fabrication equipment regularly
• Identify and troubleshoot issues in the fabrication process

Collaboration & Communication

• Communicate effectively with team members to coordinate tasks
• Work closely with foremen/ managers to ensure highest possible quality of output
• Complete tasks within project timelines
• Maintain accurate documentation of work performed, including materials used and time spent on projects

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 (Matric)
• Red Seal Trade Certificate
• 5+ years’ relevant working experience

Skills Required

• Impeccable attention to detail to ensure precise measurements, proper alignment and high-quality standards
• Superior safety awareness in that adherence to safety protocols and guidelines are of utmost importance
• Proficiency in cutting, shaping and welding metal components accurately
• Skilled use of tools like plasma cutters, grinders and shears
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings and specifications

Knowledge Required

• Relevant knowledge and understanding of general safety practice and protocols within a workshop environment
• Sound knowledge and understanding of metal fabrication and welding techniques
• Sound knowledge of Oxy Fuel heating and cutting, the use of jigs, fixtures, and rotators, and welding various types of steel