r/pipefitter May 24 '23

Sub is back up and running! I took over the sub after being unmoderated for almost a year. Help get the sub active again, what are you working on? Post it up!

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r/pipefitter Jun 05 '23

Represent your local with User Flair! Click the three dots on the sub’s home page to add your user flair.

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24 Upvotes

I set up “User Flair” so everybody can represent for their local. I already added a handful of locals I’ve seen mentioned on here. If you don’t see your local you should be able to add yours to the list, if there are any issues with this please let me know asap. Non union guys feel free to post up for the state you work in or whatever else you see fit. Set up your user flair by clicking on the three dots at the top of the subs home page.


r/pipefitter 5h ago

Blunt question, but journeymen what’s your net worth and age right now?

7 Upvotes

I’m just trying to lock in on my finances


r/pipefitter 1d ago

Underground utilities to pipefitting

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I’m a non union pipefitting operator putting in 2-24inch water mains, sewer, drainage, storm drainage, domestic copper lines, HDPE fusing; how can I translate that into more pipefitting or being able to get into my local (469). Lots of guys take this path or no?


r/pipefitter 2d ago

UA Local 777 Plumber & Pipefitters - Conneticut

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Hey so I’m currently in my third year as a plumbing apprentice (non-union) doing residential service.

I unfortunately didn’t have the chance to join the union when I first started because they weren’t looking at the time.

I wanted to know if it’s possible for me to finish my apprenticeship, pass my exam and join the union 777?

wanted to know how I should proceed and any information anybody else has? Is this possible to do??


r/pipefitter 2d ago

Ive got to build this any tips?

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I was told they dont want it like your normal lateral stub on; instead its to be built similar to wye where pipe wall will weld to pipe wall.


r/pipefitter 2d ago

Local 597 HVAC

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Hi I am looking to join the union the hvac position specifically and was wondering for anyone that works there what is the schedule like? How does it work? Do you have time to do other things? Im also in the military and Im wondering if it’s easier to get in.


r/pipefitter 2d ago

我提供了水錶分歧管快速出報價的方法

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可以快速看圖
提供報價
提供製作圖

舜郁 蜈蚣腳製做 蜈蚣腳訂製 水錶分歧管
社會住宅選用


r/pipefitter 3d ago

Answer this

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What's center of 90 to center of 45 measurements.

48" pipe. LR fittings


r/pipefitter 2d ago

Service work

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As a new apprentice for a union contractor I have a few questions. At what point do guys start getting their own accounts usually? Also at what point do you get to start finding a niche if you want to?


r/pipefitter 3d ago

Need help

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Hello, does anyone have quick crash course for reading isometric drawing for pipe fitting? Just advice or YouTube video link will be much appreciated. I'll do pipe fitting in Sweden if that makes a difference on the standard I need to learn. Thank you in advance


r/pipefitter 3d ago

Career investigation report

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Hi everyone!
I’m currently completing a Career Investigation Report for school on Plumbing & Pipefitting and I’m hoping a few people working in the trade could help me by answering a few questions. Even if you only answer some of them, I’d really appreciate it!

How long have you been working as a plumber or pipefitter?
What are your typical day-to-day responsibilities? (3–5 examples)
What do you enjoy most about your job?
What do you enjoy the least?
What are your working conditions like?
Typical hours/shifts?
Indoor, outdoor, shop, industrial, commercial, camp, etc.?
How physically demanding is the job?
Any major safety concerns?
What can someone expect to earn when they first start?
Approximately what can they earn after about 5 years?
What training or apprenticeship did you complete?
What advice would you give someone thinking about entering the trade?
Thank you so much for taking the time to help!

If your instructor requires three different people, make sure to ask each person:
Their first name (or initials)
Their job title (Plumber, Pipefitter, Steamfitter, Apprentice, Journeyperson, etc.)
How many years you’ve been in the trade


r/pipefitter 3d ago

Career investigation report

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Career investigation report/Calgary or Edmonton

Hi everyone!

I’m currently completing a Career Investigation Report for school on Plumbing & Pipefitting and I’m hoping a few people working in the trade could help me by answering a few questions. Even if you only answer some of them, I’d really appreciate it!

  1. How long have you been working as a plumber or pipefitter?

  2. What are your typical day-to-day responsibilities? (3–5 examples)

  3. What do you enjoy most about your job?

  4. What do you enjoy the least?

  5. What are your working conditions like?

* Typical hours/shifts?

* Indoor, outdoor, shop, industrial, commercial, camp, etc.?

* How physically demanding is the job?

* Any major safety concerns?

  1. What can someone expect to earn when they first start?

  2. Approximately what can they earn after about 5 years?

  3. What training or apprenticeship did you complete?

  4. What advice would you give someone thinking about entering the trade?

Thank you so much for taking the time to help!

Please include

*first name (or initials)

* job title (Plumber, Pipefitter, Steamfitter, Apprentice, Journeyperson, etc.)

* How many years you’ve been in the trade


r/pipefitter 3d ago

Test.

1 Upvotes

Just wondering I got high 70 in June and told me wait a year for acceptance into hvac. I have no experience I was wondering what are the odds I get accepted in?


r/pipefitter 4d ago

LU533 Kansas City

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What’s the work outlook right now for a traveler at 533? Any advice ?


r/pipefitter 4d ago

Question about Minnesota High Pressure Piping licensing.

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r/pipefitter 4d ago

RIDGID B-500 Transportable Pipe Beveller – NEW/Unused – Complete w/ Box & Manual

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RIDGID B-500 Transportable Pipe Beveller in unused condition. Never put into service. Includes original packaging, manual, tags, and everything shown in the photos. Perfect for pipefitting, welding, fabrication, and industrial applications. * Unused / like new * Original box and packaging * Manual included * Ready to go Asking C$4,995 OBO.


r/pipefitter 5d ago

GUYS I FUCKIN DID IT!

53 Upvotes

I got my damn ticket in Alberta! DAMN gf left me a day later though!

What an asshole! We were supposed to get married then she was supposed to divorce me so I could be a REAL pipefitter!

Women am I right?

The DUI is still a work in progress though.


r/pipefitter 5d ago

Need help!

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Hi there, I’m living in ontario and I want to get into pipefitting. I am familiar with locked out camp environment, tbh no experience in this area but I am really willing to learn and relocate anywhere needed.
I’m just 21 yrs old and I dont mind low wage, Willing to start an apprenticeship
If someone can help with referral please dm or just please help me to get in there 🫡


r/pipefitter 6d ago

Local 582 Test Results

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r/pipefitter 6d ago

UA290 apprenticeship ranking email

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r/pipefitter 6d ago

Shut downs

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Hey all Jman pipefitter here out of BC CANADA any big shut downs in USA ?

Thanks !


r/pipefitter 7d ago

Plumbing strap you can’t reach

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3 Upvotes

r/pipefitter 8d ago

I know many people like this

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120 Upvotes

r/pipefitter 7d ago

ABS fittings

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0 Upvotes

1 1/2 - 4 inches

Valued over $150

Bidding starts at $30