Steamfitter Jobs in Chapel Hill, NC

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.

1-15 of 16 Jobs

Plumber

  • Durham, NC (8 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Durham, NC (8 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 10 hours ago

Previous experience in Plumbing is essential Monday to Friday 8:30-16:30 17.50ph...

Service-Warranty-Punch Plumber

  • Chapel Hill, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Chapel Hill, NC
  • 2 days ago

NO DRAIN CLEANING. NO CLOG WORK. We offer insurance, 401k, quarterly profit sharing, and competitive hourly wage. This position would require sporadic Saturday work, though not always....

New Construction Plumber/Plumero Construcion no necesita experiencia

  • Chapel Hill, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Chapel Hill, NC
  • 2 days ago

We hold Medical Gas and Residential Fire Sprinkler licenses in addition to Plumbing, and will teach you all we know. We train anyone with a work ethic....

Underground PlumberExcavation Plumber

  • Chapel Hill, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Chapel Hill, NC
  • 2 days ago

Looking specifically for a plumber with experience running an excavator and installing underground plumbing. Primarily sewer lines and water lines, but also basements and slabs at times....

Plumber, Senior

  • Durham, NC (8 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Durham, NC (8 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 6 days ago

Experience Four (4) years minimum experience in the plumbing trade in the installation and or repair and maintenance of plumbing systems and equipment....

Maintenance Tech/Plumber

  • Chapel Hill, NC
  • 6 days ago
  • Chapel Hill, NC
  • 6 days ago

Performs general plumbing repairs working with PVC, ABS, copper and soldering joints for the replacement of plumbing fixtures, soldering, measuring of piping, etc....

Plumber, Senior

  • Durham, NC (8 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Durham, NC (8 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 7 days ago

Experience Four (4) years minimum experience in the plumbing trade in the installation and or repair and maintenance of plumbing systems and equipment....

Pipefitter Supervisor (Pipefitter Foreman)

  • Butner, NC (18 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 9 days ago
  • Butner, NC (18 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 9 days ago

This supervision is directed toward various skills within the pipefitting/welding specialty....

Plumber / Plumbing Service Technician

  • Apex, NC (18 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 9 days ago
  • Apex, NC (18 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 9 days ago

, we're a fast-growing residential and commercial plumbing company serving Holly Springs and the surrounding area....

Plumber / Plumbing Service Technician- SIGN-ON BONUS

  • Apex, NC (18 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 10 days ago
  • Apex, NC (18 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 10 days ago

, we're a fast-growing residential and commercial plumbing company serving Holly Springs and the surrounding area....

Lead Plumber

  • Durham, NC (8 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 18 days ago
  • Durham, NC (8 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 18 days ago

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

Pipefitter

  • Rougemont, NC (21 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 22 days ago
  • Rougemont, NC (21 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 22 days ago

Lays out work; calculates dimensions; makes sketches of piping systems when needed....

Pipefitter

  • Durham, NC (8 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 26 days ago
  • Durham, NC (8 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 26 days ago

Installing and repairing fuel piping systems, including: Single and double-wall fiberglass systems, flexible piping systems, fusion welded piping systems and product entry fittings....

Plumbing Technician

  • Durham, NC (8 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Durham, NC (8 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

Our technicians go into clients' homes to help solve their Plumbing problems....

Plumber Technician

  • Chapel Hill, NC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chapel Hill, NC
  • 30+ days ago

Maintenance of outdoor sprinklers, waste disposal systems, radiators, and similar plumbing-related installations....

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Salary for Steamfitter Jobs in Chapel Hill, NC

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Steamfitters in Chapel Hill, NC offer the following education background
High School or GED
37.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
24.2%
Bachelor's Degree
17.1%
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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