Salary for Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters

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Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters repair, install and maintain pipes that carry liquids and gases- such as water, air and steam- through homes, schools, businesses and other locations. Plumbing can be strenuous as workers must utilize tight spaces and are often required to lift and carry heavy objects. To become a plumber, pipefitter or steamfitter, one must first earn his or her high school diploma or GED. Most states require plumbers to hold an official license to be able to practice. Employers will often certify plumbers through their own apprenticeship programs, but many vocational schools have plumbing programs as well.

A Plumber, Pipefitter, and Steamfitter will normally receive a salary between $33,460 and $98,990 based on experience and education levels. will normally get an average salary of sixty-one thousand one hundred dollars on an annual basis.

are paid at the highest level in Alaska, where they earn average wages of close to about $88,150. People working these jobs have the highest average potential salary in Management of Companies and Enterprises, where they can earn job pay of $71,860.

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