Steamfitter Jobs in Wichita, KS

A Steamfitter, also known as a Pipefitter, plays a crucial role in the construction industry by installing and repairing both high-pressure and low-pressure pipe systems used for manufacturing, heating, and cooling. Their duties include reading and interpreting blueprints, ensuring that piping systems are perfectly aligned and meet all safety standards, and maintaining and repairing systems as needed. They handle pipes that contain chemicals, steam, water, or gas. They also work on projects that involve HVAC systems, steam boilers, and power plant applications. Steamfitters are highly skilled in cutting, fitting, and welding pipes, often working in challenging conditions such as heights or confined spaces.

To become a proficient Steamfitter, one should have strong mechanical aptitude, good problem-solving skills, physical strength and stamina, and excellent attention to detail. They should also possess excellent communication skills as they often need to work as part of a team. Furthermore, certification in areas such as welding or steam fitting from a vocational school or apprenticeship program is often required. Prior job roles that can lead to a career as a steamfitter include being a Plumber's Helper, an HVAC Technician, or a Welder. These roles can help build foundational skills in understanding pipe systems, blueprint reading, and safe work practices.

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Commercial Plumber

  • Wichita, KS
  • 26 days ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 26 days ago

Interpret blueprints and building specifications to map layout for pipes, drainage systems, and other plumbing materials. Experience in and working knowledge of Commercial and Industrial plumbing....

Plumber

  • Wichita, KS
  • 29 days ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 29 days ago

Qualifications Required: Must have 3-5 years plumbing experience All applicants must be willing and able to work any shift, including alternative work weeks....

Maintenance Pipefitter B

  • Wichita, KS
  • 45+ days ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 45+ days ago

Job Responsibilities: Installs plantpressed air, water, steam, natural gas piping as well as piping for lessmon chemicals and gases in accordance with the Uniform Plumbing Code....

Maintenance Pipefitter B - 2nd Shift

  • Wichita, KS
  • 45+ days ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 45+ days ago

Experience\: Requires one to three years of industrial pipefitting and plumbing....

Plumber Welder

  • Wichita, KS
  • 60+ days ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 60+ days ago

systems Reads and interprets blueprints, technical manuals and schematics and maintains proper manufacturers specifications; ensures compliance with national/state/local codes Repairs and makes alterations...

Plumbing Apprentice

  • Wichita, KS
  • 90+ days ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 90+ days ago

This is a 2 year Earn as You Learn program in which the apprentice trains to become a certified journeyman plumber....

Lead / Junior Plumber

  • Wichita, KS
  • 90+ days ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 90+ days ago

Plumbing Careers at Benjamin Franklin Plumbing Do you value professionalism and punctuality? Do you want to work with the best professionals in the plumbing industry?...

Lead Plumber Second Shift

  • Wichita, KS
  • 90+ days ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 90+ days ago

Do you want to work with the best professionals in the plumbing industry? Then you could be a candidate for Benjamin Franklin Plumbing!...

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Salary for Steamfitter Jobs in Wichita, KS

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Highest Education Level

Steamfitters in Wichita, KS offer the following education background
High School or GED
37.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
24.2%
Bachelor's Degree
17.0%
Associate's Degree
11.5%
Master's Degree
6.1%
Some College
2.2%
Some High School
1.4%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%


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