Steamfitter Jobs in Tonawanda, NY

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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Plumber needed for Gasport home

  • Gasport, NY (21 miles from Tonawanda, NY)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Gasport, NY (21 miles from Tonawanda, NY)
  • 10 hours ago

Some rough and finish plumbing needed for home in Gasport. Installation of bathroom sink, bathtub and toilet....

Pipefitter

  • Niagara Falls, NY (10 miles from Tonawanda, NY)
  • 9 days ago
  • Niagara Falls, NY (10 miles from Tonawanda, NY)
  • 9 days ago

Cuts and lays out piping systems....

Building Maint Mech Plumber - FT - Evening Shift

  • Buffalo, NY (6 miles from Tonawanda, NY)
  • 23 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY (6 miles from Tonawanda, NY)
  • 23 days ago

maintain plumbing devices such as sinks, toilets, showers, drains, water heaters, pumps, distilled water units, vacuum units, etc., including control devices; insulates piping and equipment as required...

Apprentice Plumber

  • West Seneca, NY (8 miles from Tonawanda, NY)
  • 28 days ago
  • West Seneca, NY (8 miles from Tonawanda, NY)
  • 28 days ago

Responsibilities Roto-Rooter plumbing apprentices/service technicians use their skills to provide solutions to plumbing and drain problems....

Skilled Trade - Plumber Pipefitter - Buffalo Stamping Plant

  • Buffalo, NY (6 miles from Tonawanda, NY)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Buffalo, NY (6 miles from Tonawanda, NY)
  • 45+ days ago

Rate of Pay and Benefits: Plumber Pipefitters are paid a top hourly base rate of $43.46, plus applicable shift, overtime, and holiday premiums. The starting rate for this position is $43.26 with...

Building Maint Mech Plumber - FT - Day Shift

  • Buffalo, NY (6 miles from Tonawanda, NY)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Buffalo, NY (6 miles from Tonawanda, NY)
  • 60+ days ago

maintain plumbing devices such as sinks, toilets, showers, drains, water heaters, pumps, distilled water units, vacuum units, etc., including control devices; insulates piping and equipment as required...

Apprentice Plumber

  • Tonawanda, NY
  • 90+ days ago
  • Tonawanda, NY
  • 90+ days ago

Cut, fit, and connect piping systems under supervision. Provide excellent customer service while working on-site. Keep work areas clean and organized....

Plumbing Service Technician

  • Tonawanda, NY
  • 90+ days ago
  • Tonawanda, NY
  • 90+ days ago

What You Will Do Perform plumbing repairs, installations, and maintenance for residential and commercial clients. Troubleshoot and diagnose plumbing issues, offering effective solutions....

Pipefitter

  • Niagara Falls, NY (10 miles from Tonawanda, NY)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Niagara Falls, NY (10 miles from Tonawanda, NY)
  • 90+ days ago

manufacturing setting preferred Knowledgeable in OSHA Process Safety Management Program elements including Mechanical Integrity, Management of Change, Operating Procedure Elements Knowledge of high-pressure piping...

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Salary for Steamfitter Jobs in Tonawanda, NY

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Highest Education Level

Steamfitters in Tonawanda, NY offer the following education background
High School or GED
37.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
24.2%
Bachelor's Degree
17.0%
Associate's Degree
11.6%
Master's Degree
6.1%
Some College
2.2%
Some High School
1.4%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%


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