Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters
Help plumbers, pipefitters, steamfitters, or pipelayers by performing duties requiring less skill. Duties include using, supplying or holding materials or tools, and cleaning work area and equipment.
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How AI Impacts Each Task
15 tasks analyzed
Measure, cut, thread and assemble new pipe, placing the assembled pipe in hangers or other supports.
Cut or drill holes in walls or floors to accommodate the passage of pipes.
Perform rough-ins, repair and replace fixtures and water heaters, and locate, repair, or remove leaking or broken pipes.
Assist pipe fitters in the layout, assembly, and installation of piping for air, ammonia, gas, and water systems.
Install gas burners to convert furnaces from wood, coal, or oil.
| Task | AI Capability | Risk | Time % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Measure, cut, thread and assemble new pipe, placing the assembled pipe in hangers or other supports. | - | - | - |
| Cut or drill holes in walls or floors to accommodate the passage of pipes. | - | - | - |
| Perform rough-ins, repair and replace fixtures and water heaters, and locate, repair, or remove leaking or broken pipes. | - | - | - |
| Assist pipe fitters in the layout, assembly, and installation of piping for air, ammonia, gas, and water systems. | - | - | - |
| Install gas burners to convert furnaces from wood, coal, or oil. | - | - | - |
Essential Soft Skills
Traits that are hard for AI to replicate
Wage & Employment (2024)
Median Wage
$39,270
per year
Mean Wage
$41,720
per year
Employment
44K
workers
Wage Range
$31,050 - $54,860
10th - 90th pct
Wage Distribution
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