Steamfitter Jobs in Salem, OR

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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Pipe Fitter

  • Salem, OR
  • 21 hours ago
  • Salem, OR
  • 21 hours ago

Job Scope (can include any or all of the following): Installing and Working with PVC Piping, Copper Pipe and Groove Pipe Fitting Industrial Carbon Steel & Stainless Pipe Grinding & Beveling Pipe Laying...

Journeyman Plumber Openings-Service And Rough In Hiring Bonus

  • Canby, OR (24 miles from Salem, OR)
  • 7 days ago
  • Canby, OR (24 miles from Salem, OR)
  • 7 days ago

un *** JOURNEYMAN PLUMBER OPENINGS-SERVICE AND ROUGH IN** HIRING BONUS!!!...

Experienced Plumber

  • Woodburn, OR (14 miles from Salem, OR)
  • 22 days ago
  • Woodburn, OR (14 miles from Salem, OR)
  • 22 days ago

We are on site to help but you must have plumbing experience. Please call or text. $300/day post id: ... [ ]...

Journeyman Plumber

  • Salem, OR
  • 45+ days ago
  • Salem, OR
  • 45+ days ago

Position -Journeyman Plumber/Service Technician Ability to make $100K or more per year Responsibilities consist of but are not limited to: Install water and waste piping for residential and commercial...

Phased Plumbing Apprentice

  • Salem, OR
  • 45+ days ago
  • Salem, OR
  • 45+ days ago

Specific Responsibilities: Perform minor to moderately complex service work on plumbing systems Work with blueprints and job specifications as it applies to the craft Identity proper materials and quantities...

Apprentice Plumber

  • Salem, OR
  • 45+ days ago
  • Salem, OR
  • 45+ days ago

Rooter Plumbing El equipo es colaborativo y competitivo aqui en Mr. Rooter Plumbing y mantenemos nuestros ojos en los numeros para asegurarnos de que todos ganen....

Journeyman Pipefitter

  • Albany, OR (23 miles from Salem, OR)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Albany, OR (23 miles from Salem, OR)
  • 90+ days ago

Lays out work, makes sketches of piping as required, and calculates dimensions and radii of bends....

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Salary for Steamfitter Jobs in Salem, OR

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Steamfitters in Salem, OR 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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