Pipe Fitter (Construction) (Apprenticeship Guideline) | U.S. Department of Labor (US DOL) Registered Apprenticeship

Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

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Skills

Operation and ControlSpeakingCritical ThinkingCoordinationOperations MonitoringQuality Control AnalysisActive Listening

Knowledge

Building and ConstructionPublic Safety and Security

Abilities

Arm-Hand SteadinessControl PrecisionOral ComprehensionStatic StrengthOral ExpressionProblem SensitivityInformation OrderingVisualizationSelective AttentionManual Dexterity

Tasks

Grade or level trench bases, using tamping machines or hand tools.
Dig trenches to desired or required depths, by hand or using trenching tools.
Cut pipes to required lengths.

Technology

Spreadsheet softwareOffice suite softwareWord processing software

Tools

Air compressorsAir hammersAligning clampsBackhoesBelting slingsBevel grinding machinesBlock and tackle equipmentBoring machinesBulldozersCable plowsCaulking gunsCombination squaresCompactorsConcrete sawsCutting torches

Work Values

SupportRelationshipsIndependenceWorking ConditionsAchievementRecognition

Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

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Occupations matched to this program, with median wage, top wage, growth, and openings
SOC	Occupation	Method	Wage	Growth	Openings
Match confidence: medium47-2151.00	Pipelayers	title_inference	$48,710 median$80,710 top	-4.36%	-140

Program Pathways

Credentials this program stacks toward

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What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: developing (Level 2)(based on Apprenticeship)

Trenching tools and mechanical excavators — independently dig trenches to specified depths and grades on mid-scale municipal sewer projects.
Tamping and compaction equipment — level and compact trench bases to meet project grade specifications with minimal supervisor oversight.
Pipe cutters and power saws — cut pipe sections to precise required lengths and confirm measurements before installation on utility corridors.
Laser levels and transit instruments — set up and operate grade lasers to verify trench slope conformance during routine sewer installations.
Earth, gravel, and bedding materials — cover installed pipe systems in correct sequence and compaction layers per project specifications.
Welding equipment and solvent cement — connect and seal pipe joints using appropriate methods for differing pipe materials on sanitary systems.
Sanitary and stormwater sewer structures — install or repair manholes, catch basins, and pipe runs on standard municipal utility projects.
Digital levels and laser grade checkers — check and document slope readings against project drawings and flag non-conformances to the supervisor.
Coordination with utility crew members — schedule and sequence pipe-laying tasks with co-workers to maintain workflow on multi-trade job sites.
Quality inspection checklists — review installed pipe sections for alignment, joint integrity, and cover depth before backfill is completed.

Program Details

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Requirements

What you need to earn this credential

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Financial Aid

Eligible funding programs

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Scholarships

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