What kind of welding do boilermakers do

Boilermakers often use complex welding techniques to install boilers safely and accurately.
Though most employers do not require you to have a welding certification, you may have a better chance of being accepted into apprenticeship programs if you have experience and certification in welding.

Boilermakers primarily use welding and cutting equipment, but can also utilize tools to fuse, separate, and shape metal plates, sections, and components.
Boilermakers contribute to the building, repair or maintenance of structures, including:

Although the work of a welder, like a boilermaker, can involve shaping and repairing metal structures, welders only perform welding-related duties.
By contrast, a boilermaker often performs other, more specialised tasks, such as:

Boilermakers and welders use a variety of similar skills when performing their daily duties.
For example, they both may apply their verbal communication and active listening abilities when completing tasks with teams or meeting with clients to discuss a job and follow detailed instructions.