Steamfitter Jobs in Houston, 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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2nd Shift Plastic Pipe Fabricator

  • Houston, TX
  • 9 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 9 hours ago

ISCO Industries is an end-to-end piping solutions provider that specializes in HDPE, working with leading edge technology that makes us a market leader....

Plastic Pipe Fabricator

  • Houston, TX
  • 9 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 9 hours ago

ISCO Industries is an end-to-end piping solutions provider that specializes in HDPE, working with leading edge technology that makes us a market leader....

Pipefitter

  • Deer Park, TX (15 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Deer Park, TX (15 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 18 hours ago

Install valves, hangars, supports, flanges inside piping system according to plans and applicable specifications. Perform test to ensure the quality of the pipe and the piping systems....

JSC Pipefitter - Houston, TX

  • Houston, TX
  • 19 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 19 hours ago

**Purpose of the position** Will perform assigned pipefitting duties as an Amentum employee onsite at the NASA Johnson Space Center worksite....

Plumbing Service Tech

  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities: Install, maintain, and repair commercial plumbing systems and fixtures Diagnose issues and perform timely repairs or replacements Supervise apprentices and subcontractors as needed...

Experienced Commercial/Residential Plumber Needed (No License Required

  • Stafford, TX (15 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Stafford, TX (15 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Looking for a well-established plumber specializing in commercial projects with some residential work. Requirements: Minimum 35 years of plumbing experience Must have experience in commercial...

Pipelayer

  • Houston, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 3 days ago

Minimum one (1) year related experience and/or training with buried and exposed PVC, C-900 PVC, SDR-26 PVC, reinforced concrete pipe (RCP), and reinforced concrete box (RCB) piping; or equivalent combination...

Journeyman Plumber

  • Webster, TX (20 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Webster, TX (20 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 4 days ago

Qualifications Education/Certification/Licensure High school diploma or GED Valid Texas driver's license and good driving record Licensed as a Journeyman Plumber thorough Texas State Board of Plumbing...

Maintenance Technician -Pipefitter

  • Houston, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 4 days ago

performing line entries, installing gaskets, torquing bolts, fabricating new threaded and PVC piping spools as well as prepping piping for welding....

Plumber

  • Richmond, TX (22 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • Richmond, TX (22 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 5 days ago

B and P Plumbing is a small family company that continues to grow. We are looking for a plumber who is ready to work and ready to grow with us. We will provide you with company truck. You must...

Plumber

  • Houston, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 5 days ago

un Plumber (Houston) compensation: Pay We're a network of professionals property owner's looking for a good plumber to call to send to jobs we have Can you fix leak repairs, fixture replacements,...

Plumbers & Apprentice Plumbers

  • Houston, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 5 days ago

Safe workers are the best workers CCS is looking for the following expertise for this thrilling role: Plumbers: 3+ years of commercial plumbing experience Apprentices: Eagerness to learn and develop...

Foreman - Pipefitter

  • Houston, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 6 days ago

Job Summary Supervises, coordinates, inspects and performs the assembly, installation and repair of components, subsystems and systems for the piping trade during the construction, tenant finish-out...

Foreman - Plumber

  • Houston, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 6 days ago

Job Summary Supervises, coordinates, inspects and performs the assembly, installation and repair of components, subsystems and systems for the plumbing trade during the construction, tenant...

Pipefitter Apprentice

  • Houston, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 6 days ago

These systems may consist of pipes, fittings, piping systems, fixtures and equipment for heating, cooling, gas, steam, lubricating, sprinkling, and industrial processing systems....

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Salary for Steamfitter Jobs in Houston, TX

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Steamfitters in Houston, TX offer the following education background
High School or GED
37.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
24.3%
Bachelor's Degree
17.0%
Associate's Degree
11.5%
Master's Degree
6.1%
Some College
2.2%
Some High School
1.4%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%


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