Pipe Fitter

Cut or bore holes in structures, such as bulkheads, decks, walls, or mains, prior to pipe installation, using hand or power tools.

Assemble or secure pipes, tubes, fittings, or related equipment, according to specifications, by welding, brazing, cementing, soldering, or threading joints.

Operate motorized pumps to remove water from flooded manholes, basements, or facility floors.

Measure and mark pipes for cutting or threading.

Install fixtures, appliances, or equipment designed to reduce water or energy consumption.

Attach pipes to walls, structures, or fixtures, such as radiators or tanks, using brackets, clamps, tools, or welding equipment.

Lay out full scale drawings of pipe systems, supports, or related equipment, according to blueprints.

Prepare cost estimates for clients.

Install or test gray water systems, such as recycling, treatment, or irrigation systems.

Modify, clean, or maintain pipe systems, units, fittings, or related machines or equipment, using hand or power tools.

Plan pipe system layout, installation, or repair, according to specifications.

Inspect, examine, or test installed systems or pipe lines, using pressure gauge, hydrostatic testing, observation, or other methods.

Install pipe systems to support alternative energy-fueled systems, such as geothermal heating or cooling systems.

Remove and replace worn components.

Inspect work sites for obstructions or holes that could cause structural weakness.

Cut, thread, or hammer pipes to specifications, using tools such as saws, cutting torches, pipe threaders, or pipe benders.

Shut off steam, water, or other gases or liquids from pipe sections, using valve keys or wrenches.

Select pipe sizes, types, or related materials, such as supports, hangers, or hydraulic cylinders, according to specifications.

Install automatic controls to regulate pipe systems.