How do they match: Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters

  • Gas Line Installer
  • Gas Line Repairer
  • Gas Line Servicer
  • Gas Main Fitter
  • Gas Meter Installer
  • Gas Pipe Layer
  • Gas Plumber
  • Gasfitter
  • Welder
  • Industrial Gasfitter
  • Pipe Welder

  • Assemble, install, alter, and repair pipelines or pipe systems that carry water, steam, air, or other liquids or gases. May install heating and cooling equipment and mechanical control systems. Includes sprinkler fitters.

  • Weld small pipes or special piping, using specialized techniques, equipment, or materials, such as computer-assisted welding or microchip fabrication.
  • Cut openings in structures to accommodate pipes or pipe fittings, using hand or power tools.
  • Cut, thread, or hammer pipes to specifications, using tools such as saws, cutting torches, pipe threaders, or pipe benders.
  • Assemble pipe sections, tubing, or fittings, using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking, or soldering, brazing, or welding equipment.
  • Attach pipes to walls, structures, or fixtures, such as radiators or tanks, using brackets, clamps, tools, or welding equipment.
  • Direct helpers engaged in pipe cutting, preassembly, or installation of plumbing systems or components.
  • Shut off steam, water, or other gases or liquids from pipe sections, using valve keys or wrenches.

  • Weld metal components.
  • Cut metal components for installation.
  • Cut openings in existing structures.