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Steamfitters and pipefitters perform some or all of the following duties:

A. Remove and replace worn components and reactivate system

B. May prepare cost estimates for clients.

Sprinkler system installers perform some or all of the following duties:

A. Read and interpret drawings, specifications and fire codes to determine layout requirements

B. Install clamps, brackets and hangers to support piping system and sprinkler and fire protection equipment, using hand and power tools

C. Select, measure, cut, ream and thread pipe, install sprinkler heads and mount prepared pipe in supports

D. Join pipes and piping sections using soldering and welding equipment

E. Connect piping system to water mains, supply tanks, pumps, compressors and control equipment

F. Installs valves, alarms and associated equipment

G. Test system for leaks using air or liquid pressure equipment

H. Read and interpret drawings, blueprints and specifications to determine layout requirements

I. Service and repair sprinkler system

J. May prepare cost estimates for clients.

K. Cut openings for pipe in walls, floors and ceilings using hand or power tools or machines

L. Select type and size of pipe required

M. Measure, cut, thread and bend pipe to required shape using hand and power tools

N. Weld, braze, cement, solder and thread joints to join pipes and fabricate sections of piping system

O. Install supports, valves, piping and control systems

P. Test system for leaks using testing equipment

Q. Clean and maintain pipe units and fittings and flush system

1. What education do you need to become a Steamfitters, Pipefitters and Sprinkler System Installers?
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2. What is the current Job Outlook for a Steamfitters, Pipefitters and Sprinkler System Installers?
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4. How much does a Steamfitters, Pipefitters and Sprinkler System Installers make?
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5. What is the currently unemployment rate for a Steamfitters, Pipefitters and Sprinkler System Installers"?
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6. How many Steamfitters, Pipefitters and Sprinkler System Installers are employed part-time?
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7. How many Steamfitters, Pipefitters and Sprinkler System Installers are self-employed?
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8. What is the average age of a Steamfitters, Pipefitters and Sprinkler System Installers?
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