Pipefitter Jobs Hiring Near You
BLS lists a median of $62,970/yr (about $30/hr) for the whole plumber/pipefitter/steamfitter group; the lowest 10% earn under $40,670. Journeyman pipefitters generally land around $28-$45/hr (roughly $58,000-$93,000/yr), with experienced fitters in strong union metros at the high end. · Demand: Steady, with strong pockets
Pipefitters lay out, assemble, and weld the high-pressure pipe that moves steam, water, gas, and chemicals through factories, refineries, power plants, and big buildings. It is skilled, hands-on work you can start with a high school diploma and learn while getting paid. Most fitters earn around $30 an hour, with a median near $63,000 a year, and experienced union, pipeline, and turnaround fitters clear six figures once overtime and per diem stack up.
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Pipefitter jobs: common questions
How much do pipefitters make?
The median is about $63,000 a year, roughly $30 an hour, per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Apprentices usually start around $18 to $26 an hour, and experienced union, pipeline, and refinery turnaround fitters often clear $100,000 or more once overtime and per diem are added.
Are pipefitters in demand?
Demand is steady, with strong pockets around refineries, power plants, factories, and pipelines. The BLS projects about 4% growth through 2034 and roughly 44,000 openings a year across plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters, with much of that coming from an aging workforce retiring out.
How fast can I start?
You can get hired as a helper or apprentice with no experience and start earning right away. Many people land a helper spot within a few weeks, then get sponsored into a registered apprenticeship that pays you the whole way through.
Do I need a degree to be a pipefitter?
No. A high school diploma or GED is the floor. You learn the trade through a paid apprenticeship, usually 4 to 5 years, so you earn a wage instead of taking on college debt.
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Read the full Pipefitter career guide: what it pays, the certs and licenses you need, apprenticeships, and the exact steps to get in.