Marg Career Library - Pipe Fitters and Steamfitters

Overview:

Pipelines or pipe systems that transport water, steam, air, or other liquids or gases are assembled, installed, altered, and repaired. Heating, cooling, and mechanical control systems may be installed. Sprinkler connectors are included.

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Career Path:

A post-secondary certificate is enough.

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Job Opportunities:

Apprentice pipefitters
Fire sprinkler installers
Fitters
Gas plumbers
Hydraulic plumbers
Marine pipefitters

Job Responsibilities:

Remove and replace any worn parts.
Using hand and power tools, modify, clean, and maintain pipe systems, units, fittings, and related machines and equipment according to requirements.
Using a pressure gauge, hydrostatic testing, observation, or other methods, inspect, examine, or test installed systems or pipe lines.
Plan the configuration, installation, or maintenance of a pipe system according to requirements.
Follow blueprints to create full-scale drawings of pipe systems, supports, and related equipment.
Prior to pipe installation, use hand or power tools to cut or bore holes in structures such as bulkheads, decks, walls, or mains.

Work Life:

Have to work 40 hours a week.
Irregular work schedule that changes depending on weather conditions, customer demand or contract duration.
Mostly work outdoors.