How to hire a pipe fitter helper

How to hire a pipe fitter helper, step by step

Here's a step-by-step pipe fitter helper hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a pipe fitter helper job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new pipe fitter helper
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   First, determine the employments status of the pipe fitter helper you need to hire. Certain pipe fitter helper roles might require a full-time employee, whereas others can be done by part-time workers or contractors.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

   Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

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   You should also consider the ideal background you'd like them a pipe fitter helper to have before you start to hire. For example, what industry or field would you like them to have experience in, what level of seniority or education does the job require, and how much it'll cost to hire a pipe fitter helper that fits the bill.

   This list presents pipe fitter helper salaries for various positions.

   Type of Pipe Fitter Helper	Description	Hourly rate
   Pipe Fitter Helper	Plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters install and repair pipes that carry liquids or gases to, from, and within businesses, homes, and factories.	$14-23
   Instrument Fitter	Instrument fitters are professionals who are responsible for assembling and installing accurate instruments that perform tasks such as measuring, recording, and controlling. These fitters are required to use AutoCAD software to plan, draft, and design instrument layout and various assembly... Show more	$15-22
   Pipe Foreman	A pipe foreman oversees the daily operations of piping projects, from planning to execution, ensuring everything runs smoothly and efficiently. They manage different teams, supervise the installation and maintenance of pipes, prepare and process documentation, set objectives and guidelines, delegate tasks and schedules among staff, liaise with external parties such as vendors and suppliers, and maintain an active communication line with clients or representatives... Show more	$18-30

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Hand Tools
   • Safety Procedures
   • Stainless Steel Pipe
   • Carbon Steel
   • Pneumatic Drills
   • Drill Holes
   • Pipe Welders
   • Install Valves
   • Tape Measure
   • Water Systems
   • Safety Rules
   • FIT Pipe
   • Isometric Drawings
   • Torches

   Check all skills

   Responsibilities:

   • Used industry tools such as cutting torches, pipe benders, levels, power grinders, screwdrivers.
   • Blind off towers to pull exchangers to be replace or repair.
   • Replace and reassemble gratings, ladders, handrails, and other disassemble structures after repairs are complete.
   • Maintain and repair pumps, compressors, heat exchangers, towers, tanks and many other plant components.
   • Learned to properly fit PVC and do leak and repair techniques for all pipe systems and some hydraulic lines.
   • Coordinate work of sales, production and shipping departments to implement procurement of products in accordance with refinery needs.

   More pipe fitter helper duties

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your pipe fitter helper job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A pipe fitter helper can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, pipe fitter helpers' average salary in florida is 43% less than in minnesota.
   • Seniority. Entry-level pipe fitter helpers 35% less than senior-level pipe fitter helpers.
   • Certifications. A pipe fitter helper with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a pipe fitter helper's salary.

   Average pipe fitter helper salary

   $38,643yearly

   $18.58 hourly rate

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   Entry-level pipe fitter helper salary

   $31,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 23, 2025

   Average pipe fitter helper salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	Illinois	$46,343	$22
   2	Nebraska	$44,181	$21
   3	California	$42,231	$20
   4	Tennessee	$37,953	$18
   5	Texas	$36,290	$17
   6	North Carolina	$35,991	$17
   7	Montana	$34,807	$17
   8	Florida	$31,451	$15

   Average pipe fitter helper salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Zachry Group	$40,913	$19.67	8
   2	TIC Holdings Inc	$40,744	$19.59
   3	Kiewit	$38,439	$18.48	2
   4	Custom Air Products & Services	$37,842	$18.19
   5	Department of Public Social Services	$37,597	$18.08
   6	County Of Los Angeles Public Library	$34,897	$16.78
   7	IE	$34,223	$16.45
   8	1st Staffing Group USA	$34,000	$16.35	1
   9	Aerotek	$32,926	$15.83	130

4. Writing a pipe fitter helper job description

   A pipe fitter helper job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. To help get you started, here's an example of a pipe fitter helper job description:

   Pipe fitter helper job description example

   Apply today – Start ASAP $20-$28/hr - $50 Referral Bonus!
   

   Skills Reading Prints & Preform Layouts Properly measure and cut pipe Operate a threader Familiar with Stainless Steel, Carbon, etc…

   Qualifications Minimum 5 years of Experience Have all tools and PPE Reliable transportation Work Safely and follow OSHA guidelines

   
   Perks

   -Long Term Work - $500 Sign-on Bonus - Paycheck Advances - Weekly Direct Deposit

   -Unlimited $250 Referral Bonuses - $50 first day referral bonus

   - 40 hrs a week + Overtime - Paid Holidays - 401K & Health Benefits

   - Free OSHA training and Lift Certifications - Milestone Rewards Program!

   
   

   CCS is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

   Some of our positions are subject to a background check for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities. Only job-related convictions will be considered and will not automatically disqualify candidates.

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5. Post your job

   To find pipe fitter helpers for your business, try out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important talent pools for any company is its current employees.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and your current work to ask if they know any pipe fitter helpers they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level pipe fitter helpers with the right educational background.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter have more than 3.5 billion users, and they're a great place for company branding and reaching potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your pipe fitter helper job on Zippia to find and attract quality pipe fitter helper candidates.
   • Use niche websites such as constructionjobs.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Your first interview with pipe fitter helper candidates should focus on their interest in the role and background experience. As the hiring process goes on, you can learn more about how they'd fit into the company culture in later rounds of interviews.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new pipe fitter helper

   Once you've selected the best pipe fitter helper candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

   It's also important to follow up with applicants who do not get the job with an email letting them know that the position is filled.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new pipe fitter helper. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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