Steamfitter Jobs in West Virginia

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/General Maintenance

  • WV
  • 3 hours ago
  • WV
  • 3 hours ago

To assist in the installation of plumbing fixtures, heating systems, drains, and equipment G. Assist in interpreting blueprints, specifications, instructions issued by utility companies H....

Plumber

  • Bethany, WV
  • 5 days ago
  • Bethany, WV
  • 5 days ago

Duties and Responsibilities: Maintaining, replacing or repairing all domestic and commercial plumbing, including fixtures, tubs, showers, sinks, water and drain pipes....

Plumber needed for water hookup for refrigerator/ice maker.

  • Bluefield, WV
  • 5 days ago
  • Bluefield, WV
  • 5 days ago

un Plumber needed for water hookup for refrigerator/ice maker. (Boissevain) compensation: $ 75.00 Will involve tying off into PEX under manufactured home, then bringing up the line through kitchen...

Industrial Pipefitter

  • Anmoore, WV
  • 7 days ago
  • Anmoore, WV
  • 7 days ago

Responsibilities Lay out, cut and fabricate any system of pipes, valves, traps, regulators and ect. from blueprints or verbal instructions....

Plumber

  • Fairmont, WV
  • 7 days ago
  • Fairmont, WV
  • 7 days ago

Plumbers needed on a project in Snowshoe, WV. Hotel paid for M - F plus $40/day per diem. Must have experience with Cast Iron Drains and running/soldering copper pipe

Pipefitter (Off Shift) Pipefitter (Off Shift)

  • Rocket Center, WV
  • 12 days ago
  • Rocket Center, WV
  • 12 days ago

Scope of Work : Fabricate, maintain, and install piping systems. Experience with steam and plumbing systems. Must be able to clean and maintain boilers....

Substitute Plumber

  • WV
  • 14 days ago
  • WV
  • 14 days ago

Plumber II means personnel employed as journeyman plumber. Ability to read blueprints required. Ability to interpret blue prints and plans and capacity for time and material....

Plumber

  • Huntington, WV
  • 15 days ago
  • Huntington, WV
  • 15 days ago

Four years of experience at a maintenance plumbing level or experience in a related field....

Plumber

  • Beckley, WV
  • 20 days ago
  • Beckley, WV
  • 20 days ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS Minimum Education High school diploma or equivalent - Required Trade or vocational school graduation with emphasis on plumbing and blueprint reading....

12K Plumber

  • Parkersburg, WV
  • 29 days ago
  • Parkersburg, WV
  • 29 days ago

Advanced Plumbing Specialists take on more challenging projects, including training and supervising other Soldiers, and performing inspections of plumbing facilities....

Trades Specialist I (Plumber) - Health Sciences Center

  • Morgantown, WV
  • 29 days ago
  • Morgantown, WV
  • 29 days ago

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Demonstrated ability to be proficient in all aspects of plumbing, pipe fitting and sprinkler trade Ability to read and interpret blueprints Ability to be confidential...

Licensed Plumber

  • Martinsburg, WV
  • 45+ days ago
  • Martinsburg, WV
  • 45+ days ago

Install, maintain and repair installed existing equipment and related plumbing and drainage systems....

Lead Plumber - Trade Specialist Lead II- WVU Tech (Beckley)

  • Morgantown, WV
  • 60+ days ago
  • Morgantown, WV
  • 60+ days ago

Demonstrated proper techniques used to reroute or extend piping systems....

Lead Plumber - Trade Specialist Lead II- WVU Tech (Beckley)

  • Beckley, WV
  • 90+ days ago
  • Beckley, WV
  • 90+ days ago

Demonstrated proper techniques used to reroute or extend piping systems....

Pipe Fitter

  • Apple Grove, WV
  • 90+ days ago
  • Apple Grove, WV
  • 90+ days ago

Install and maintain compressors, pumps, meters, pneumatic and hydraulic controls, and piping, using hand tools and power tools, and following specifications and blueprints....

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Salary for Steamfitter Jobs in West Virginia

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Steamfitters in West Virginia 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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