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- Pipefitter
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Pipefitting Apprenticeship
Overview
Pipefitting involves the installation of a variety of piping systems ranging
from comfort heating and cooling to high/low pressure systems found in
commercial building applications, high rise buildings and energy producing
facilities.
Workers in this industry often specialize in a variety
of commercial and industrial settings. Advancement opportunities include
becoming supervisors.
Program Certificate & Degree Options
- Associate of Applied Science Degree Pipetrades:
Pipefitter-Refrigeration
- Certificate of Completion in Pipetrades: Pipefitter-Refrigeration
Employment Outlook
Apprentices earn 50-55% of the Journeyman hourly wage, receiving wage increases throughout the
training period, as coursework and training is completed. Apprentices move up in status, earning
the full Journeyman wage upon receiving the Journeyman card.
Employment demand is high in the pipefitting industry, and expected to grow
in the future. On average, pipefitters earn an hourly rate of $9.73 to $25.73,
for an annual salary range of $20,842.00 to $56,306.00.
