The most important thing to know about Pipefitters is that they are not plumbers. Pipefitters normally work with pipes made of special metals designed to handle high-pressure water, chemicals, acids and gases. Plumbers usually work with more basic piping such as PVC, copper or galvanized steel that typically carries water.
As a Pipefitter or Steamfitter, you will need to use your impressive math skills to design, assemble, install, maintain, troubleshoot and repair complex pipe systems. You’ll need to be creative with how you design your systems and master the ability of heating and bending pipes at very high temperatures.
Trade Category: Analyzer
Independent, Inquisitive, Logical, Mechanical, Methodical, Persistent, Strong, Systematic, Tactile
$73k Annually
$17.00 - $45.00 Hourly
40 hours per week, some nights and weekend work
As a Pipefitter or Steamfitter, you could work within resource-based industries, such as forestry and mining, oil and gas and shipbuilding, or with construction companies. You could also start your own business.
Do something you love.
Make good money.
Be apart of a community.