Marg Career Library - Plumbers Pipefitters 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:

Inspect structures to determine material or equipment requirements, determine the order in which pipes should be installed, or arrange construction around obstacles like as electrical wire.
Install eco-friendly plumbing fixtures like faucet flow restrictors, dual-flush or pressure-assisted flush toilets, and tankless hot water heaters.
Install storm, sanitary, and water piping systems underground, extending piping as necessary to connect fixtures and plumbing.
To regulate pipe systems, install automatic controls.
Estimate project costs in terms of time, materials, or labour.
Keeping track of work assignments is a good idea.
To keep pipes in place, anchor steel supports to the ceiling joists.

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.