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Plumber, Pipefitter & Steamfitter

Plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters assemble, install, and repair piping systems that carry water, steam, air, and other liquids or gases. They work in homes, businesses, and industrial settings, ensuring these systems operate safely and efficiently. Their work often includes installing heating, cooling, and mechanical control systems, including those that support alternative energy technologies like geothermal systems. By installing water- and energy-efficient equipment such as tankless water heaters and low-flow fixtures, they also play a key role in reducing energy use and conserving resources.

Career Snapshot:

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per year*

Entry to Mid Level

Construction & Building Systems

*Estimates are not to be used as fact. Based on publicly available sources.

The Path to Becoming

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Plumber, Pipefitter & Steamfitter

Step 1

Earn

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Associate degree (AA, AS)

Resources:

No additional resources

Step 2

Earn a Postsecondary Certificate

Required Training:

Standards Occupational Classifications (SOC) code

SOC 47-2152
SOC Code

Training Programs and Resources:

Plumbing
training

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Summit College
Plumbing Foundations
training

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CSU San Bernardino Extended Learning
Plumbing Pre-Apprenticeship
training

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Inland Empire Job Corps
Plumbing Foundations
training

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Copper Mountain College

Step 3

Find a position or apprenticeship

Required Training:

This career typically involves

1 year on-the-job training

Related Open Postitions:

Daily Tasks

A Day in the Life

As

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Plumber, Pipefitter & Steamfitter

you can expect to perform these tasks frequently:

Plan pipe system layouts, installations, or repairs in accordance with specifications. Review blueprints, building codes, and specifications to determine work procedures. Assemble pipe sections, tubing, or fittings using soldering, brazing, welding, or mechanical methods. Inspect, test, and evaluate piping systems using pressure gauges or hydrostatic testing. Maintain or repair pipe systems and components to ensure safe and efficient operation.

    Required skills:

    What It Takes

    Plumber, Pipefitter & Steamfitter

    often have these skills:

    Judgment and Decision Making

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    Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

    Repairing

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    Repairing machines or systems using the right tools and technical knowledge.

    Troubleshooting

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    Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about them.

    Coordination

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    Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions and working effectively with team members.

    Operations Monitoring

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    Watching gauges, dials, or display screens to make sure a machine or system is working correctly.

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    Career Outlook

    4720

    Employees in

    2023

    5290

    Employees in

    2032

    +
    12.10%

    Projected
    Growth Rate

    4760

    Annual Projected
    Job Openings

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