Careers · Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters · District of Columbia
Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters in District of Columbia
Plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters assemble, install, repair, and alter pipe systems that transport water, steam, air, and other fluids or gases. They work in residential homes, commercial buildings, industrial facilities, and construction sites In District of Columbia the median pay is $101,020 a year, 58% above the national median of $63,800.
$101,020median pay in District of Columbia, per year
$74,630–$114,400middle half earn
1,010employed in District of Columbia
$63,800U.S. median, for comparison
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Who is hiring in District of Columbia
19open roles like this on employer career sites, 0 in District of Columbia or remote
5employers hiring
13posted in the last 7 days
PA · MA · CAwhere most openings are
What it takes
Preparation: Medium preparation (vocational training, an associate degree, or related experience). Most hold a certificate or training program.
Skills that matter most
Critical ThinkingTroubleshootingRepairingJudgment and Decision MakingMonitoringSpeakingCoordinationComplex Problem Solving
Knowledge areas
Building and ConstructionMechanicalDesignMathematics (knowledge)Customer and Personal ServiceAdministration and Management
Full profile, interests that fit, certifications and training: Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters.
Licenses and training in District of Columbia
Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters pay in other states
Illinois · $99,950Oregon · $97,050Minnesota · $94,410Alaska · $93,920Massachusetts · $93,880Wisconsin · $81,210Washington · $81,030Michigan · $80,190Montana · $79,960New Jersey · $78,240
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Are you suited for this?
Four short assessments and your background, scored against plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters and 13,000 other careers — with the reasons. Free.
Four short assessments and your background, scored against plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters and 13,000 other careers — with the reasons. Free.
O*NET-SOC 47-2152.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, District of Columbia, annual.