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Plumbers

SOC 47-2152.02

Assemble, install, or repair pipes, fittings, or fixtures of heating, water, or drainage systems, according to specifications or plumbing codes.

Green Occupation Zone 3 Construction and Extraction

Skills

Knowledge

Job Zone

Yes

Green

Top Skills 8

Critical Thinking

3.6

Active Listening

3.2

Judgment and Decision Making

3.2

Speaking

3.1

Complex Problem Solving

3.1

Operation Monitoring

3.1

Troubleshooting

3.1

Repairing

3.1

Knowledge Areas 8

Mechanical

4.3

Building and Construction

4.1

Design

3.7

Customer and Personal Service

3.4

Mathematics

3.4

Public Safety and Security

3.3

English Language

3.2

Engineering and Technology

3.1

Key Tasks

1Assemble pipe sections, tubing, or fittings, using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking, or soldering, brazing, or welding equipment.

2Install pipe assemblies, fittings, valves, appliances such as dishwashers or water heaters, or fixtures such as sinks or toilets, using hand or power tools.

3Keep records of work assignments.

4Fill pipes or plumbing fixtures with water or air and observe pressure gauges to detect and locate leaks.

5Direct helpers engaged in pipe cutting, preassembly, or installation of plumbing systems or components.

Also Known As

Commercial Plumber Drain Cleaner, Plumber Drain Technician Fire Control System Installer Green Plumber Heating Unit Installer Hot Water Heater Installer Journeyman Plumber Maintenance Plumber Master Plumber