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Pipefitter

Pipefitter

Industry
🏗️Construction
Jobs per Year
1,135
Avg Houston Wage
$20

Career Overview

Pipefitters install and maintain pipes that transport chemicals and gases. They normally work in power plants and office buildings.

As a pipefitter, you have access to apprenticeship programs that allow you to earn money while learning the trade. You are able to contribute to the construction process of buildings, such as hospitals, universities, and factories.

Requirements

Driver's license

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There are 3 Training Programs available for this career path

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3 Locations

3 Sessions
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Pipefitter 1
Pipefitter 2
Pipefitter 3

Skills & Qualities

Successful professionals in this field typically have:

Work outside
Constant travel
Physical strength

Career Path & Growth

This career offers clear progression opportunities as you gain experience and additional certifications:

1
Entry Level

Trainee / Apprentice

Start your career with on-the-job training and mentorship

$18 - $23/hr
2
Experienced

Experienced Professional

Work independently with advanced skills and certifications

$35 - $40/hr

Training Programs in Pipefitter

These free and scholarship-based programs in Houston can help you launch this career path

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Industrial Pipefitting
College of the Mainland
College of the Mainland
Construction
Jobs: 1,135Wage: $20-$37/hr
Duration Training is generally less than 6 months
requires financial documentsrequires high school diploma or equivalency
Pipefitting
Galveston College
Galveston College
Now Enrolling

Pipefitting

Construction
Jobs: 1,135Wage: $20-$37/hr
Duration 4-12 weeks
requires financial documentsrequires high school diploma or equivalencyrequires authorization to work
Pipefitting
HCC Continuing Education
HCC Continuing Education
Now Enrolling

Pipefitting

Construction
Jobs: 1,135Wage: $20-$37/hr
Duration Training is generally less than 3 months
requires financial documentsrequires high school diploma or equivalency
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