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Data Center Pipefitter Jobs
Builds chilled water, condenser water and liquid cooling piping.
What the work involves
- Welded and grooved piping
- Central plant and CDU connections
- Pressure testing and flushing
- Fire and domestic water tie-ins
Pay context
$62,970
U.S. median pay for Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (SOC 47-2152), May 2024, across all industries — not a data-center-specific or employer figure. BLS source(opens in a new tab) — external resource, opens in a new tab
Common questions
- What does a pipefitter / process piping do in a data center?
- Builds chilled water, condenser water and liquid cooling piping. Typical duties include welded and grooved piping, central plant and cdu connections, pressure testing and flushing.
- What do data center pipefitter jobs pay?
- The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports a national median of $62,970 for plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (May 2024, all industries). Data center pay is competitive depending on experience, and your recruiter shares the range for a specific role before you apply.
- Is my search confidential?
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