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Pipelayer

Pipelayer

  • Ideal for those who enjoy hands-on work and building essential infrastructure.
  • Ensure communities have reliable water and sanitation systems through skilled pipework.
  • Use advanced tools like lasers and welding to connect and secure vital pipelines.
💰 Earn $54K-$96K
📚 None
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Overview

Lay pipe for storm or sanitation sewers, drains, and water mains. Perform any combination of the following tasks: grade trenches or culverts, position pipe, or seal joints.

Scoop

Minimum Education

None

Career Prospects

Shaky (Decreasing by 1-5%)

Training Time

6 months to 1 year

Job Openings

2,700 Annually

Median Earnings

$76,900 in California
$47,330 Nationally

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Day-to-Day

  • Install or use instruments such as lasers, grade rods, or transit levels.
  • Cut pipes to required lengths.
  • Connect pipe pieces and seal joints, using welding equipment, cement, or glue.
  • Cover pipes with earth or other materials.
  • Install or repair sanitary or stormwater sewer structures or pipe systems.

Best For You If...

YOU Like 💕

  • Working with my hands

You are skilled in 💫

  • Active Listening
  • Critical Thinking
  • Judgment and Decision Making
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Speaking
  • Writing

You value 🙏

  • Having support
  • Having freedom
  • Personal relationships

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Pipelayer

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