Steamfitter Jobs in Galveston, TX

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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Licensed Plumber (Water Heater Installs)- South Houston, TX

  • League City, TX (23 miles from Galveston, TX)
  • 10 days ago
  • League City, TX (23 miles from Galveston, TX)
  • 10 days ago

Must have basic plumbing capabilities. Knowledge of local and national plumbing code is desired....

Plumbing Service Tech

  • Galveston, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Galveston, TX
  • 5 days ago

Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and project specs Ensure all work complies with plumbing codes and safety standards Communicate clearly with clients, team members, and leadership...

Offshore Pipefitter 1st Class

  • Galveston, TX
  • 8 days ago
  • Galveston, TX
  • 8 days ago

Salary Confidential Position range in Galveston County $19.21 - $33.97 Per hour Offshore Pipefitter 1st Class GULF COPPER & MANUFACTURING CORPORATION Occupation: Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters...

Apprentice Plumber-Service Technician

  • Galveston, TX
  • 21 days ago
  • Galveston, TX
  • 21 days ago

Responsibilities Roto-Rooter plumbing apprentices/service technicians utilize their skills to provide effective solutions for plumbing and drain issues, ensuring customer satisfaction....

Licensed Plumber

  • Galveston, TX
  • 21 days ago
  • Galveston, TX
  • 21 days ago

Required to hold a State plumbing license. Three or more years of repair and service plumbing experience required. Proven track record in the sale of plumbing products and services required....

Instrument Fitter Apprentice

  • Texas City, TX (8 miles from Galveston, TX)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Texas City, TX (8 miles from Galveston, TX)
  • 45+ days ago

About Us: Since 1984, Rabalais Instrument & Electrical Constructors has been meeting and exceeding client expectations on projects ranging from industrial and commercial electrical,...

Instrument Fitter

  • Texas City, TX (8 miles from Galveston, TX)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Texas City, TX (8 miles from Galveston, TX)
  • 45+ days ago

About Us: Since 1984, Rabalais Instrument & Electrical Constructors has been meeting and exceeding client expectations on projects ranging from industrial and commercial electrical,...

Licensed Journeyman Plumber (Full Time)

  • Galveston, TX
  • 60+ days ago
  • Galveston, TX
  • 60+ days ago

Journeyman Plumber license required....

Licensed Journeyman Plumber (Full Time)

  • Galveston, TX (12 miles from Galveston, TX)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Galveston, TX (12 miles from Galveston, TX)
  • 60+ days ago

Journeyman Plumber license required....

Drainage Technician II

  • Galveston, TX
  • 60+ days ago
  • Galveston, TX
  • 60+ days ago

An island community rich in history and opportunity, Galveston is the ideal place to live, work and raise a family! Job Description SUMMARY: Under general supervision, the Drainage Technician II...

Floodplain Administrator/Drainage Engineer

  • League City, TX (23 miles from Galveston, TX)
  • 90+ days ago
  • League City, TX (23 miles from Galveston, TX)
  • 90+ days ago

Provide civil engineering and drainage experience and knowledge to project execution and control on civil engineering and drainage projects to achieve continuity of purpose. Perform and/or review...

Journeyman Plumber

  • Texas City, TX (8 miles from Galveston, TX)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Texas City, TX (8 miles from Galveston, TX)
  • 90+ days ago

This position on a routine and daily basis provides all plumbing responsibilities including drain cleaning, new work, annual natural gas inspection, natural gas piping leak repair, boiler inspection...

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Salary for Steamfitter Jobs in Galveston, TX

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Highest Education Level

Steamfitters in Galveston, TX offer the following education background
High School or GED
37.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
24.3%
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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