Steamfitter Jobs in Newport News, VA

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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Plumbing Service Tech

  • Norfolk, VA (17 miles from Newport News, VA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Norfolk, VA (17 miles from Newport News, VA)
  • 15 hours ago

Company Name R S Andrews of Tidewater Heating, Cooling Overview Pay: $60,000 - $100,000 +, Hourly plus Commission Opportunity Sign-on Bonus: UP TO $5000 based on experience and interview Schedule:...

Plumbers and Helpers wanted

  • Hampton, VA (3 miles from Newport News, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hampton, VA (3 miles from Newport News, VA)
  • 1 day ago

un Plumbers and Helpers wanted (Hampton) C R Benford compensation: Pay is based on experience employment type: experience level: entry level job title: Plumbers Looking for plumbers and plumbers...

Pipefitter III (Hyperbarics)

  • Portsmouth, VA (17 miles from Newport News, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Portsmouth, VA (17 miles from Newport News, VA)
  • 2 days ago

/assembled piping systems in accordance with TWD....

Pipefitter

  • Norfolk, VA (17 miles from Newport News, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (17 miles from Newport News, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Work involves technical application of pipefitting principles....

Pipefitters J4 (VA)

  • Norfolk, VA (17 miles from Newport News, VA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (17 miles from Newport News, VA)
  • 4 days ago

We want to hear from you if you have pipefitting and marine systems expertise!...

Plumbing Service Technician

  • Williamsburg, VA (19 miles from Newport News, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Williamsburg, VA (19 miles from Newport News, VA)
  • 5 days ago

ColonialWebb is seeking a Plumbing Service Technician to perform maintenance, repairs and alterations to medium to large, complex building plumbing/piping systems....

Plumber

  • Norfolk, VA (17 miles from Newport News, VA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (17 miles from Newport News, VA)
  • 11 days ago

and repair work in a University setting on light commercial and residential plumbing systems and their associated equipment i. e. restroom fixtures, toilets, urinals, sinks, roof drains and plumbing piping...

Plumbing Service Technician

  • Newport News, VA
  • 12 days ago
  • Newport News, VA
  • 12 days ago

Skills Plumbing, Mechanical, Construction, Troubleshooting, Mechanically inclined, preventive maintenance, Pvc, Blueprint, Pvc pipe, Plumb, Install, Piping, Service Top Skills Details Plumbing,Mechanical...

Pipefitter

  • Newport News, VA
  • 12 days ago
  • Newport News, VA
  • 12 days ago

Responsibilities Read and interpret ship piping drawings. Fit carbon steel, CRES, and copper nickel piping. End prep piping by hand or with a Portsmouth Machine. Install pipe hangers....

Pipelayer Specialist - Stormwater

  • Newport News, VA
  • 13 days ago
  • Newport News, VA
  • 13 days ago

CDL BREAKTHROUGH BONUS PROGRAM - Click here for details! Targeted Hiring Range: $44,000 - $53,000 Based on Experience

1st Class Pipe Fitter: 2nd Shift (Job ID: 807)

  • Norfolk, VA (17 miles from Newport News, VA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (17 miles from Newport News, VA)
  • 13 days ago

Perform target work for piping systems by taking an existing sample of an old piping system to make a new piping system....

Silver Braze Pipefitter

  • Norfolk, VA (17 miles from Newport News, VA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (17 miles from Newport News, VA)
  • 16 days ago

We want to hear from you if you have pipefitting and marine systems expertise!...

Pipefitters - 1Q25

  • Newport News, VA
  • 16 days ago
  • Newport News, VA
  • 16 days ago

We want to hear from you if you have pipefitting and marine systems expertise!...

Pipefitter/Pipelayer

  • Norfolk, VA (17 miles from Newport News, VA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (17 miles from Newport News, VA)
  • 26 days ago

Pipelayer Core Areas of Responsibility....

Pipelayer / Water Distribution Specialist

  • Newport News, VA
  • 28 days ago
  • Newport News, VA
  • 28 days ago

CDL BREAKTHROUGH BONUS PROGRAM - Click here for details! Estimated Hiring Range: $35,000 - $47,000 Based on Experience

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Highest Education Level

Steamfitters in Newport News, VA 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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