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Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters
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Architecture and Construction

Annual Salary (Wages)

Lower End Wage (10th Percentile)

$33,890($16.30/hr)

Middle Wage (50th Percentile)

$47,220($22.70/hr)

Higher End Wage (90th Percentile)

$65,650($31.56/hr)

Ratings

Wage (3/5)
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Job Openings (5/5)
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Job Growth Rate (3/5)
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Experience Level (3/5)
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Annual Median Wage
$ 47,220
$33,890 $65,650
Annual NC Wage Range
Growth Rate
Moderately Growing

Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters install and repair piping fixtures and systems.

What do they typically do

Number of Jobs

Average Annual

Job Growth +0.9%

Job Openings 1,910

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Education
Most occupations require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.
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Welding Technology
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Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters install and repair piping fixtures and systems.
What do they typically do
Number of Jobs
Average Annual
Job Growth +0.9%
Job Opening 1,910
Job Listings
Select a region/location in North Carolina to begin your search.
View available jobs
Education & Training
Education
Most occupations require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.
Associated Programs or Majors
Welding Technology
Air Conditioning, Heating & Refrigeration Technology
Plumbing
More
License
More
Private Training Programs
Plumbing
More
15133
By Goal Career
Find out where to start your new journey.Get started
By Current Occupation
Find out what's next in line on your career journey.Get started
16430
Change 1297

Interests

Realistic
Conventional
Investigative

Work Place

Plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters work in places that contain pipes or septic systems. Plumbers and fitters often must lift heavy materials, climb ladders, and work in tight spaces. Some plumbers travel to a variety of worksites every day. A few work outdoors, even in bad weather. Nearly all plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters work full time, including nights and weekends. They are often on call to handle emergencies, and overtime is common.

Top Skills & Abilities

Knowledge/Specialties

Building and Construction
Mechanical
Design
Physics
Engineering and Technology
Education and Training
Mathematics
Computers and Electronics
Public Safety and Security
English Language
Administration and Management
Customer and Personal Service

Experience

Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required.

Training

Usually one or two years of training involving both on-the-job experience and informal training with experienced workers - an apprenticeship may be available.

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