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.

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Plumbing Technician

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

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

Pipefitter

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

Help Duties Duties include but are not limited to: Working from blueprints, plans, sketches and other specifications, the incumbent plans layouts and fabricates piping systems in relation to walls,...

Pipe Layer VI

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

Posting End Date: March 26, 2025 Employee Type: Regular-Full time Union/Non: This is a unionized position At Enbridge, we deliver safe and reliable natural gas to millions of customers throughout...

Plumber Technician

  • Chapel Hill, NC
  • 5 days ago
  • Chapel Hill, NC
  • 5 days ago

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

Water Resources/Drainage Engineer

  • Morrisville, NC (14 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 16 days ago
  • Morrisville, NC (14 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 16 days ago

STV is currently seeking a Water Resources/Drainage Engineer for our Transportation & Infrastructure division in either our Morrisville or Charlotte, NC offices. This position provides an...

Pipelayer

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

Join Flatiron on the 540 project in Raleigh, NC! Click here to find out how Tim grew from an Equipment Operator into a Grade Foreman. Installs storm drainage pipe such as RCP pipe, CMP pipe, HDPE...

Residential Plumber

  • Pittsboro, NC (14 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Pittsboro, NC (14 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 45+ 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!...

Plumber

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

. -10 paid holidays - PTO accrual beginning immediately - 401k matching - Family Oriented What you'll do: -Perform residential plumbing service calls....

Plumber

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

Select suitable plumbing and plumbing related materials and equipment to match existing systems and facilities, and install, operate and maintain new systems....

Plumber / Service Technician

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

Job Summary: This position is all about making plumbing systems flow smoothly in homes. But don't worry, we won't ask you to crack plumbing jokes....

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Salary for Steamfitter Jobs in Chapel Hill, NC

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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
17.0%
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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