Diesel Engine Pipe Fitter II
Install high and low pressure piping and tubing according to instructions. Also known as Pipe Fitter, Diesel Engine II
Installs high and low pressure piping and tubing for lubrication, cooling, and steam systems of turbines, compressors, condensers, pumps, and generators according to graphic and oral instructions: Lays out full size sketch of assembly on table, using layout tools. Bends, assembles, and positions pipe on sketch, using coupling joints and hydraulic bending machine. Brazes or tack welds piping and fittings into position [WELDER, TACK]. Climbs in and out of erection pit and onto erection platform to bolt piping to products. Tags or stamps items to identify parts during reassembly. May heat pipe to facilitate bending, using portable gas heating equipment. May install air, fuel, and water lines on diesel engines [PIPE FITTER, DIESEL ENGINE I].
Personality Traits
Trustworthy: You are known for your personal integrity and honesty.
Reliable: You can always be counted on to do a good job.
Detail Oriented: You pay close attention to all the little details.
Salary and Education
Nationally: $28,000 – $80,000
Main education level: Certificate
source: US Dept of Labor
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