Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters
O*NET 47-3015.00 · SOC 47-3015
Projected Growth
+4%
2024–2034
Median Salary
$38k
per year
Education Level
Zone 2
Some preparation needed (high school or short training)
Education & How to Get In
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Job Zone 2
Some preparation needed (high school or short training)
Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters roles typically require a high school diploma or equivalent, with most training happening on the job. This makes it one of the more accessible career paths — you can often start working while earning certifications or completing short-term training programs.
Work Environment
Primary Setting
Hands-on — labs, workshops, or field sites
Work Style
Mixed — alternates between solo focused work and collaboration
Personality Fit (RIASEC)
Realistic (Doers)7.0
Conventional (Organizers)3.7
Social (Helpers)1.9
Investigative (Thinkers)1.4
Enterprising (Persuaders)1.3
Artistic (Creators)1.0
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