Summary
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Quick Facts: Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | |
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$52,590 per year
$25.28 per hour |
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High school diploma or equivalent | |
None | |
Apprenticeship | |
480,600 | |
16% (Much faster than average) | |
75,200 |
What Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters Do
Plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters install and repair pipes that carry liquids or gases to, from, and within businesses, homes, and factories.
Work Environment
Plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters work in factories, homes, businesses, and other places where there are pipes or septic systems. Plumbers are often on call for emergencies, so evening and weekend work is common.
How to Become a Plumber, Pipefitter, or Steamfitter
Although most plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters learn on the job through an apprenticeship, some start out by attending a technical school. Most states and localities require plumbers to be licensed.
Pay
The median annual wage for plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters was $52,590 in May 2017.
Job Outlook
Employment of plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters is projected to grow 16 percent from 2016 to 2026, much faster than the average for all occupations. New construction and building maintenance and repair should drive demand for these workers, and overall job opportunities are expected to be good.
State & Area Data
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More Information, Including Links to O*NET
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