Becoming a pipefitter in Washington, DC, typically begins with a structured apprenticeship that combines hands-on experience with classroom instruction, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. This apprenticeship lasts about four to five years, requiring extensive training under experienced professionals. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 75,000 pipefitters nationwide, with a median annual wage of $61,550. In Washington, DC, the average weekly wage for pipefitters is around $1,184, with experienced professionals often earning over $120,000 annually. Trade schools, unions, and industry organizations provide pathways to apprenticeships, leading to a career with strong earning potential and robust job growth, projected at 6% from 2022 to 2032.
Pipe Fitter DC Metro Area We are in need experienced Pipefitters with a Med Gas Certification Responsibilities • Read blueprints and drawings and take or read measurements to plan layout and procedures • Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety Benefits • Pension • Second Retirement • Full Family Medical Job Type: Temporary Pay: $52.27 per hour Schedule: • Day shift • Monday to Friday Work Location: On the road
See More Details >>Amentum is currently seeking a Pipefitter to support our contract in Washington, D.C. You will maintain and repairs steam lines, fittings, connections, etc. in low- and high-pressure steam systems, in addition to the performance of plumbing trades functions. Major Duties and Responsibilities: • Installs and repairs pipes, fittings and fixtures of heating, water, and drainage systems, according to specifications and plumbing codes, studies building plans and working drawings to determine work aids required, and sequence of installations. • This worker inspects structure to ascertain obstructions to be avoided to prevent weakening of structure resulting from installation of pipe and locates and marks position of pipe and pipe connections and passage holes for pipes in walls and floors. • This worker cuts openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings, using hand tools and power tools, cuts and threads pipe, using pipe cutters, cutting torch, and pipe-threading machine, bends pipe to required angle by use of pipe-bending machine, or by placing pipe over block and bending it by hand. • Assembles and installs valves, pipefittings, and pipes composed of metals, such as iron, steel, brass and lead, and nonmetals, such as glass, vitrified clay, and plastic. • This person joins pipe by use of screws, bolts, fittings, solder, plastic solvent, and caulks joints, fills pipe system with water or air and reads pressure gauges to determine whether system is leaking, installs and repairs plumbing fixtures, such as sinks, commodes, bathtubs, water heaters, hot water tanks, garbage disposal units, dishwashers, and water softeners. • This person repairs and maintains plumbing by replacing washers in leaky faucets, mending burst pipes, and opening clogged drains, and may weld holding fixtures to steel structural members. • Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate. Experience and Qualifications: • High School diploma or equivalent. • Formal or informal education or training which ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance. • Minimum of five years of Plumbing experience required. • Ability to lift 45 lbs. • Computer Skills- Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.) preferred. Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran’s status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language at EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans and Labor Laws Posters.
See More Details >>Pro-Air is actively pursuing pipe/steam fitters for current and upcoming projects. Pro-Air is a UA contractor signatory to DC Local 602 and Baltimore Local 486. We encourage any UA pipe/steam fitters that are interested in joining our growing team to apply.
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