Pipe Fitters and Steamfitters

Course Advisor; Nevada (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking skilled Pipe Fitters or Steamfitters to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for laying out, assembling, and maintaining pipe systems for various applications, including heating and industrial processes. Your expertise will ensure the efficient operation of hydraulic and pneumatic equipment. This position offers a chance to work in a growing field with significant job opportunities projected in the coming years. If you are detail-oriented, possess strong problem-solving skills, and enjoy hands-on work, this is the perfect opportunity for you to advance your career in a rewarding environment.

Qualifications

• Understanding and interpreting technical documents and blueprints.
• Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and maintain pipe systems and related equipment.
• Select appropriate materials and tools for installation.

Skills

Reading Comprehension

Active Listening

Speaking

Time Management

Critical Thinking

Operation Monitoring

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Vocational Training in Pipe Fitting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Email software

Word processing software

Computer Aided Design (CAD) software

Microsoft Active Server Pages (ASP)

Job description

Pipe Fitter or Steamfitter Job Description: Lay out, assemble, install, or maintain pipe systems, pipe supports, or related hydraulic or pneumatic equipment for steam, hot water, heating, cooling, lubricating, sprinkling, or industrial production or processing systems.

List of Pipe Fitter or Steamfitter Job Duties

• Select pipe sizes, types, or related materials, such as supports, hangers, or hydraulic cylinders, according to specifications.
• Cut or bore holes in structures, such as bulkheads, decks, walls, or mains, prior to pipe installation, using hand or power tools.
• Attach pipes to walls, structures, or fixtures, such as radiators or tanks, using brackets, clamps, tools, or welding equipment.
• Shut off steam, water, or other gases or liquids from pipe sections, using valve keys or wrenches.
• Cut, thread, or hammer pipes to specifications, using tools such as saws, cutting torches, pipe threaders, or pipe benders.
• Lay out full scale drawings of pipe systems, supports, or related equipment, according to blueprints.

Things a Pipe Fitter or Steamfitter Should Know How to Do

Below is a list of the skills most Pipe Fitters and Steamfitters say are important on the job:

• Reading Comprehension: Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
• Active Listening: Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Speaking: Talking to others to convey information effectively.
• Time Management: Managing one’s own time and the time of others.
• Critical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Operation Monitoring: Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.

Job Outlook for Pipe Fitters and Steamfitters

In 2016, there was an estimated number of 480,600 jobs in the United States for Pipe Fitter or Steamfitter. New jobs are being produced at a rate of 15.6% which is above the national average. The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts 75,200 new jobs for Pipe Fitter or Steamfitter by 2026. The BLS estimates 61,000 yearly job openings in this field.

The states with the most job growth for Pipe Fitter or Steamfitter are Utah, Nevada, and Arizona. Watch out if you plan on working in Maine, Alaska, or Vermont. These states have the worst job growth for this type of profession.

Pipe Fitter or Steamfitter Average Salary

The average yearly salary of a Pipe Fitter or Steamfitter ranges between $32,100 and $93,700.

Pipe Fitters and Steamfitters who work in Illinois, Alaska, or Minnesota, make the highest salaries.

What Tools do Pipe Fitters and Steamfitters Use?

Although they’re not necessarily needed for all jobs, the following technologies are used by many Pipe Fitters and Steamfitters:

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Office
• Email software
• Word processing software
• Computer aided design CAD software
• Microsoft Active Server Pages ASP

Becoming a Pipe Fitter or Steamfitter

Education needed to be a Pipe Fitter or Steamfitter:

Where do Pipe Fitters and Steamfitters Work?

Pipe Fitters and Steamfitters work in various industries.