Becoming a pipefitter in Huntsville, TX, typically begins with an apprenticeship that combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring extensive training under experienced professionals. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 89,141 pipefitters nationwide, with a median annual wage of $61,550. In Huntsville, TX, the average weekly wage for pipefitters is approximately $808.50, with a projected job growth of 6% from 2022 to 2032. Trade schools, unions, and various training programs offer apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential, often exceeding $100,000 annually for experienced professionals.
Requisition: 202500063S Occupational Category (Staff Positions Only): Skilled Craft Hiring Salary: Monthly-Staff Department: Facilities Management - Facilities Services General Requirements: High school graduate or G.E.D. equivalent. Four years of experience at a maintenance plumbing level or experience in a related field. Must be licensed as a Journey level plumber by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation or must meet the requirements to obtain a license immediately upon hiring. Technical/vocational training related to job duties would be helpful. Additional education may be considered in lieu of experience. Nature & Purpose of Position/Usual Duties: Performs complex journeyperson level plumbing skills and occasionally assumes lead person responsibilities. Primary Responsibilities (Staff Positions Only): Responsible for complex tasks in existing and new construction of various plumbing systems, such as: water, sewage, drainage, air, gas and sewer lines, and systems. Performs related duties such as: installs plumbing, traps wash bowls, fittings, drains, special laboratory sinks, drain tables, and experimental tables. Repairs, replaces, and maintains valves, faucets, traps, sinks, wash bowls, sewers, and lead joints. Connects and maintains hot water units, gas heaters, and furnaces. Checks for safety and unstops clogged lines. May assist with estimates of time and materials required for a job. Performs other related duties as assigned.
See More Details >>Job Title: Plumber Description: Sam Houston State University is seeking a skilled plumber to join its Facilities Management team. The successful candidate will perform complex journeyperson level plumbing skills and occasionally assume lead person responsibilities. The position requires accuracy in all phases of work performed, thorough knowledge of applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations governing the plumbing trade, and the ability to use tools, equipment, and machines of the plumbing trade. Responsibilities: Install, repair, and maintain plumbing systems, including water, sewage, drainage, air, gas, and sewer lines. Perform related duties such as installing plumbing, traps, wash bowls, fittings, drains, special laboratory sinks, drain tables, and experimental tables. Repair, replace, and maintain valves, faucets, traps, sinks, wash bowls, sewers, and lead joints. Connect and maintain hot water units, gas heaters, and furnaces. Check for safety and unstoppes clogged lines. Assist with estimates of time and materials required for a job. Perform other related duties as assigned. Requirements: High school graduate or G.E.D. equivalent. Four years of experience at a maintenance plumbing level or experience in a related field. Must be licensed as a Journey level plumber by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation or must meet the requirements to obtain a license immediately upon hiring. Technical/vocational training related to job duties would be helpful. Additional education may be considered in lieu of experience. Ability to drive and operate a university vehicle. Valid Texas driver's license and driving record acceptable to the University's insurance carrier.
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