Pipelayers
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.
Education & Training
Percentage of workers at each education and training level
Education Level
Prior Experience Needed
Work experience required to enter this job
Training Provided After Hiring
How long it typically takes to learn on the job
How AI Impacts Each Task
14 tasks analyzed
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.
| Task | AI Capability | Risk | Time % |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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. | - | - | - |
Essential Soft Skills
Traits that are hard for AI to replicate
Wage & Employment (2024)
Median Wage
$48,710
per year
Mean Wage
$54,270
per year
Employment
34K
workers
Wage Range
$36,840 - $80,710
10th - 90th pct
Wage Distribution
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