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Find key facts and figures about working as a pipefitter. The following information is applicable to all Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301).
Description
Steamfitters and pipefitters lay out, assemble, fabricate, maintain, troubleshoot and repair piping systems carrying water, steam, chemicals and fuel in heating, cooling, lubricating and other process piping systems. Sprinkler system installers fabricate, install, test, maintain and repair water, foam, carbon dioxide and dry chemical sprinkler systems in buildings for fire protection purposes. Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers are employed in maintenance departments of factories, plants and similar establishments, and by pipefitting and sprinkler system contractors, or they may be self-employed. Apprentices are also included in this unit group.
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Requirements
College or apprenticeship
This occupation usually requires a college diploma (community college, institute of technology or CÉGEP), an apprenticeship training of 2 or more years, or experience working in a supervisory occupation.
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Wages
$41.00/hour
Median wage in the Vancouver Island and Coast Region
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Prospects
Limited
The job prospects are limited in the Vancouver Island and Coast Region
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Jobs
23 jobs
advertised in British Columbia
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Competencies
- Setting Up
- Repairing
- Time Management
- Quality Control Testing
- Operation Monitoring of Machinery and Equipment
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