Pipelayers
Median salary, education path, job outlook, and related careers — based on U.S. labor data.
Median salary
$49,000/yr
Typical range
$43,980 – $61,400
Education
High school diploma
Time to entry
No degree required — short-term training or on-the-job learning
What a Pipelayers does
Pipelayers lay underground pipes and conduits for water, gas, and other utilities in streets and buildings. They operate excavation equipment, prepare trenches, and position pipes according to specifications.
Education & path
The typical entry point is a high school diploma. No degree required — short-term training or on-the-job learning.
Estimated cost of that path: No degree cost. Estimates only — actual cost varies widely by school and financial aid; payback assumes ~20% of income applied.
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