Steamfitter/Pipefitter
Steamfitters/pipefitters lay out, assemble, fabricate, maintain, repair and service equipment and piping systems carrying water, steam, fluids, gases, chemicals and fuel. This includes heating, cooling, lubricating and process piping systems.
National Occupational Classification (NOC): 72301
Designation Year: 1966
Designated Red Seal in: AB, BC, MB, NB, NL, NS, NT, NU, ON, PE, QC, SK, YT
Trade title: Steamfitter/Pipefitter, in BC, NB, NL, NS, NU, PE, YT
Other titles used in provinces/territories: Steamfitter (ON); Pipe Fitter (Heating Systems Installer) (QC); Steamfitter/Pipefitter (non-construction) (QC); Steamfitter and Pipefitter (NT); Steamfitter-Pipefitter (AB, SK)
Red Seal Occupational Standard (RSOS) New
This is the complete description of the activities of the Steamfitter/Pipefitter trade. New exams that are based on the new standard are being developed. Check with your provincial/territorial apprenticeship authority to see if it has been implemented there.
Occupational Standard for current exams Previous
This National Standard is being used as the basis for the current Red Seal exams. Check with your provincial/territorial apprenticeship authority to see if it is still in use there.
Skills for Success (Essential Skills)
Please refer to the Skills for Success (Essential Skills) section in the trade’s Occupational Standard that describes the essential skills needed to succeed in this trade.
Job Market Reports
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Sample Questions
Try the sample Steamfitter/Pipefitter examination questions to prepare for your Red Seal examination.
Exam Information
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Ellis Chart
Consult the Ellis Chart for a full breakdown of apprenticeship data from across Canada for the trade of Steamfitter/Pipefitter.