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Pipe Fitter
Occupation Code: 7126
Alternative titles: Multi-Skilled Fitter, Pipe Layer, Pipe Installer
Work environment
Job description and duties
Pipe Fitters are responsible for the installation, repair and maintenance of piping systems used for water, gas, air conditioning, central heating and ventilation. A Pipe Fitter is typically expected to:
• Determine the optimal layout for new plumbing and ventilation installations based on technical drawings
• Establish and plan sequence of pipe installations
• Determine equipment and material required
• Assemble pipe systems by measuring, cutting, bending and joining together
different fixtures
• Install large piping fixtures in ditches to
form part of sewers, water mains or other
infrastructure
• Inspect, examine and test installed systems
and pipes
• Repair, upgrade or carry out modifications
on existing installations and systems
Pipe Fitters are required in a number of sectors mainly in water supply, building services and electricity generation and distribution. Work settings include construction sites, power plants, commercial structures and factories.
Pipe Fitters usually work on a full-time, shift basis. This role may necessitate being on call, in case of a fault which requires immediate repair.
Occupation data
Entry level education / special licences / warrants
Entry requirements to work as a Pipe Fitter may vary depending on work setting. While some employers tend to give more importance to aptitude and related experience, others may require a formal qualification in Plumbing or related areas. Training programmes include:
• Diploma in Plumbing and Liquid Petroleum Gas Systems (MCAST) (MQF Level 4)
• Diploma in Heating, Ventilation and Air- Conditioning (MCAST) (MQF Level 4)
Number of employees (2017)
259
Share of foreigners (2017)
13%
Job Outlook (2018 - 2022)
+6%
Median Pay (per annum)
€15,100
Occupational Handbook 2018
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