At ABC we want to help you plan and realize dreams. Research shows that apprenticeship training gives construction workers a considerable advantage over those trained by informal means. Advantages include:
- Qualifies you for a higher level of pay
- Exposes you to the latest technology and building codes
- Offers you life-long job mobility through a nationally recognized certification program of your skills
- Employs nationally certified instructors with nationally standardized curriculum including current textbooks, videos, and now CD-ROM
- You earn a passing grade and most employers pay for your training.
Pipefitters install and repair high- and low- pressure pipe systems used in manufacturing, in generation of electricity, and in heating and cooling buildings. Specialization include steamfitters who install pipe systems to move liquids or gases under high pressure and sprinklerfitters who install automatic fire sprinkler systems in buildings.
Pipefitters work from blueprints or drawing. They layout the job and perform such tasks as measuring, marking, cutting and threading pipe to connect pipe systems. Pipefitters work with various piping materials and tools and must know the specific use of each. For example, gas and other chemicals require certain types of pipes and different types of seals and gaskets. Different pipes require different tools for assembly. The pipefitters trade requires formal training to know local ordinances, state codes and regulations regarding their work.
Pipefitters work both outdoors and indoors, usually in teams. Physical strength is needed to lift pipes, fittings, and heavy duty wrenches. Pipefitters must use their athletic capabilities.
Eye-hand coordination, manual dexterity and physical balance are important. Thanks to safety training programs, employers have greatly reduced accidents on the job.
- Today, government and private studies confirm the shortage of skilled Pipefitters nationwide.
- Nationwide there was approximately 389,000 Pipefitters in the 1996 census.
- Factoring in retirements, job changes, Pipefitters entering construction management or business ownership, it is easy to see the growing need for skilled Pipefitters.
- Future career path opportunities include jobs as estimator, distribution manager, inspector, project manager, trade instructor, foreman, and more…
- Construction is one of the few industries where an individual can still own his or her own business.
Pipefitters can build a financially rewarding future and experience an exciting career.
- Job satisfaction—It is rewarding to see your skills in a finished structure
- Job security—high skills are in high demand
- Low stress—job requirements produce less mental stress
- Physical exercise—maintains a healthy body
- Hours of employment—usually weekends and evenings are free for recreation
- Unlimited earning power in an Unlimited construction career path
- Trade skills can save you thousands of dollars building or remodeling a home.