Pipefitter

Exam: State exam
Education: Specific course
Experience: Experience
Background check: Felony convictions prohibited

Lays out, fabricates, installs and maintains piping in steam, hot water and heating systems. Fire protection sprinkler fitter does similar work but in fire protection systems.

Requirements reported by the state

Licence type: Stand-alone license
Exam: State exam required
Education: Specific course required
Continuing education: No continuing education requirement
Certification: No mention of certification
Experience: Experience
Background check: Felony convictions prohibited

Issuing body

Department: RI Department of Labor and Training
Division: Professional Regulation
Address: 1511 Pontiac Ave Cranston, RI 02920
Phone: (401) 462-8580
Agency website: https://dlt.ri.gov/regulation-and-safety/professional-regulation
Licence page: https://dlt.ri.gov/regulation-and-safety/professional-regulation/mechanicals
Last updated: August 10, 2023

Occupations (O*NET)

Plumber 47-2152.00

Source and verification

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