Here are some of the skills you need:

  • Read and understand drawings
  • Problem solver
  • Great communicator

      This specialized trade understands how to read engineering drawings and work with a team of other trades to ensure the pipe systems run properly throughout the house. Sometimes the work is outside, other times it’s inside and can be in small spaces, and there’s ample opportunity to be self-employed and work flexible hours.

      Mid-range

      >$49,000

      Average salary

      High-range

      >$100,000

      Average Salary

      What are the training or certification requirements?

      A college diploma or completion of an apprenticeship program are required to be eligible for trade certification.

        What’s the earning potential?

        The mid-range average salary is $49,254 and the high range is $100,297.


          Where can I learn more about this career?

          Click here to learn more about this learn more about Pipefitting as a career from Skilled Trades BC, with links to technical training providers.

          The Canadian Home Builders’ Association has identified approximately 40 provincially designated skilled trades in homebuilding. Check them out here.

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