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Pipe Fitters and Steamfitters

SOC 47-2152.01

Lay out, assemble, install, or maintain pipe systems, pipe supports, or related hydraulic or pneumatic equipment for steam, hot water, heating, cooling, lubricating, sprinkling, or industrial production or processing systems.

Green Occupation Zone 3 Construction and Extraction

Skills

Knowledge

Job Zone

Yes

Green

Top Skills 8

Reading Comprehension

3.1

Active Listening

3.1

Speaking

3.1

Critical Thinking

3.1

Time Management

3.1

Active Learning

3.0

Monitoring

3.0

Coordination

3.0

Knowledge Areas 8

Mechanical

4.2

Building and Construction

4.0

Design

3.7

Mathematics

3.5

English Language

3.3

Public Safety and Security

3.1

Engineering and Technology

3.0

Customer and Personal Service

2.9

Key Tasks

1Cut, thread, or hammer pipes to specifications, using tools such as saws, cutting torches, pipe threaders, or pipe benders.

2Lay out full scale drawings of pipe systems, supports, or related equipment, according to blueprints.

3Assemble or secure pipes, tubes, fittings, or related equipment, according to specifications, by welding, brazing, cementing, soldering, or threading joints.

4Measure and mark pipes for cutting or threading.

5Inspect, examine, or test installed systems or pipe lines, using pressure gauge, hydrostatic testing, observation, or other methods.

Also Known As

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