Overview
Assemble, install, alter, and repair pipelines or pipe systems that carry water, steam, air, or other liquids or gases. May install heating and cooling equipment and mechanical control systems. Includes sprinkler fitters.
On the job, you would:
- Shut off steam, water, or other gases or liquids from pipe sections, using valve keys or wrenches.
- Install underground storm, sanitary, or water piping systems, extending piping as needed to connect fixtures and plumbing.
- Assemble pipe sections, tubing, or fittings, using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking, or soldering, brazing, or welding equipment.
Education
- certificate after high school
- high school diploma/GED
Salary
Annual 10th percentile $38,690
Annual median $61,550
Annual 90th percentile $103,140
Knowledge
Engineering and Technology
- building and construction
- mechanical
Math and Science
- arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, or statistics
- physics
Business
- customer service
- management
Safety and Government
- public safety and security
Skills
Basic Skills
- thinking about the pros and cons of different ways to solve a problem
- keeping track of how well people and/or groups are doing in order to make improvements
People and Technology Systems
- thinking about the pros and cons of different options and picking the best one
Problem Solving
- noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it
Personality
Realistic
People interested in this work like activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions.
- Dependability
- Attention to Detail
- Independence
- Leadership
- Achievement/Effort
- Analytical Thinking
Abilities
Hand and Finger Use
- put together small parts with your fingers
- hold or move items with your hands
Ideas and Logic
- notice when problems happen
- use rules to solve problems
Physical Strength
- use your lower back and stomach
- exercise for a long time without your muscles getting tired
Spatial
- imagine how something will look after it is moved around or changed