Building and Maintaining North America’s Piping Systems
Pipefitters
United Association (UA) pipefitters are highly skilled professionals who fabricate, install, maintain, and repair piping systems essential to the safety, efficiency, and infrastructure of the United States and Canada.
Our members are trusted partners for projects ranging from cutting-edge industrial facilities to major commercial developments and critical infrastructure.
What Do UA Pipefitters Do?
UA pipefitters perform a wide variety of specialized tasks, including:
Fabrication and Installation
Constructing and assembling piping systems, such as heating, cooling, steam, process piping, and gas distribution.
Testing and Commissioning
Conducting system testing, inspections, and start-up procedures to guarantee performance and compliance.
System Maintenance and Repair
Diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing high-pressure and low-pressure piping systems to ensure safe and efficient operation.
Upgrades and Retrofits
Modernizing existing piping systems to improve safety, efficiency, and sustainability.
Welding and Rigging
Performing precision welding, brazing, and rigging to meet strict industry codes and safety standards.
UA Pipefitters Are Trusted to Work in a Wide Range of Industries
Industries we serve
UA Pipefitters work in a diverse range of industries, including:
- Energy and Utilities: Power plants, refineries, and renewable energy facilities.
- Manufacturing and Industrial: Factories, chemical plants, food processing plants, and pharmaceutical production.
- Commercial and Institutional: Office buildings, schools, universities, hospitals, and data centers
- Oil and Gas: Refineries, storage facilities, and gas distribution networks.
- Government and Defense: Military bases, government complexes, and secure installations.
From hospitals and schools, to industrial plants and energy facilities, UA pipefitters keep North America’s essential systems operating safely and efficiently.
Discover the Advantage of a Career as a Pipefitter
Why choose a career as a UA pipefitter?
There are many reasons to begin a career in the pipefitting trade, including:
In-Demand Skills
As infrastructure ages and new technologies emerge, the need for skilled pipefitters is growing rapidly across North America.
Excellent Compensation
UA pipefitters earn industry-leading wages, full-family healthcare, and retirement benefits.
Job Security
The essential nature of pipefitting is steady employment opportunities and the ability to advance your career.
Continuous Training
The UA’s Registered Apprenticeship Program and journeyman upgrade programs ensure pipefitters remain at the forefront of industry standards and innovation.
Begin Your Journey to a Brighter Future
Start your career as a UA pipefitter
UA apprenticeships offer a direct path to a rewarding, high-demand career in pipefitting. As a UA apprentice, you will:
- Earn While You Learn
Receive competitive pay and benefits from Day One, with no student debt. - Train with Experts
Learn from industry journeymen on jobsites and certified instructors in state-of-the-art training centers. - Obtain Nationally Recognized Credentials
Open doors to opportunities across North America by obtaining industry-leading certifications. - Advance Your Career
Progress from apprentice to journeyman and beyond, with ongoing support and training.
Take the first step toward a stable, well-paying career that keeps North America running.
Join the UA
Are you looking to begin a new career as an apprentice? Are you an experienced tradesperson searching for a brighter future?
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