Shop Helper / Boiler Tube Cleaner Short-Term Project
Pay:$20.00 per hour
Location:Tulsa, OK
Shift:MondayThursday | 6:00 AM 4:30 PM
Schedule:4x10 | Four-Day Workweek
Overtime:Saturday Overtime Available
Duration:Approximately 2 Weeks
Start Date:Immediate / ASAP
Job Order #:151985
Position Overview
Stand-By Personnel is seeking dependable Shop Helpers / Boiler Tube Cleaners for an immediate short-term industrial project in Tulsa. This position is primarily responsible for cleaning flash rust from boiler tubes while also assisting shop personnel with general labor and cleanup responsibilities.
This project is expected to last approximately two weeks, making it a great opportunity for candidates looking for immediate work and additional industrial shop experience.
Previous piping, vessel, heat exchanger, boiler, or similar industrial experience is a plus but not required. Candidates must be dependable, physically capable of performing hands-on shop work, and available to start immediately.
Required Experience & Skills
Ability to start ASAP
Comfortable performing hands-on industrial labor
Ability to work in a shop environment
Ability to follow supervisor instructions and established procedures
Strong attention to workplace safety
Ability to perform repetitive cleaning and material-handling activities
Reliable attendance and punctuality
Ability to work the full MondayThursday schedule
Willingness to assist with additional shop duties as needed
Steel-toe work boots required
Appropriate industrial work clothing required
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Clean flash rust from boiler tubes
Prepare tubes and components for subsequent production processes
Inspect cleaned areas for remaining surface rust
Reclean areas when required
Handle and position boiler tubes as directed
Assist shop personnel with general labor activities
Move and stage materials as required
Assist with basic material handling
Maintain clean and organized work areas
Remove debris and potential hazards from shop areas
Follow supervisor instructions
Follow all company safety procedures
Wear required PPE throughout applicable work activities
Perform additional shop and general labor duties as assigned
Boiler Tube Cleaning
The primary responsibility of this position is removing flash rust from boiler tubes.
Candidates should be prepared to:
Work directly with boiler tube materials
Perform repetitive surface-cleaning activities
Maintain consistent cleaning quality
Inspect surfaces during the cleaning process
Identify areas requiring additional cleaning
Handle tubes carefully to prevent unnecessary damage
Maintain steady productivity throughout the shift
Industrial Shop Support
When tube-cleaning work allows, Shop Helpers may assist with:
General shop cleanup
Material movement
Component staging
Tool and work-area organization
Production support
General labor
Other basic shop responsibilities
Candidates should be willing to help wherever needed throughout the project.
Preferred Qualifications
Boiler manufacturing experience
Boiler tube experience
Piping experience
Pressure vessel experience
Heat exchanger experience
Industrial fabrication experience
Manufacturing experience
Shop Helper experience
General industrial labor experience
Previous metal-cleaning or surface-preparation experience
Related industrial experience is helpful but not required.
Required PPE & Work Attire
Steel-toe work boots required
Appropriate industrial work clothing required
Additional PPE must be worn as required by the facility
Candidates must follow all shop-specific safety requirements
Physical Requirements
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout a 10-hour shift
Frequent bending, reaching, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling
Ability to perform repetitive hand and arm movements during tube cleaning
Manual dexterity required for cleaning and material handling
Comfortable performing physically active industrial work throughout the shift
Ability to safely handle boiler tubes and related materials
Ability to wear all required PPE
Work Environment
Industrial shop environment
Regular work around boiler tubes, fabricated components, tools, and production equipment
Hands-on position involving repetitive surface cleaning and general labor
Consistent MondayThursday | 6:00 AM 4:30 PM schedule
Saturday overtime opportunities available
Approximately two-week project duration
Strong emphasis on safety, productivity, reliability, and immediate availability
Why You'll Want This Opportunity
Starting pay of $20.00/hour
Immediate start available
Four-day MondayThursday regular schedule
10-hour shifts
Saturday overtime opportunities available
Previous specialized industrial experience is not required
Gain hands-on boiler and industrial shop experience
Excellent short-term opportunity for candidates looking to start working immediately
Ready to Apply?
Apply today for immediate consideration or call/text 918-582-0522 for more information.
You can also apply in person at:
Stand-By Personnel Tulsa Skilled Division
1531 E. 2nd St.
Tulsa, OK 74120
MondayFriday | 8 AM 4 PM