- Description
- Work Activities
- Abilities
- Interests
- Knowledge
- Wages
- Skills
- Work Values
- Work Styles
- Related Degrees
- Work Context
- Task Ratings
- Education
Job Description: Assemble, install, or repair pipes, fittings, or fixtures of heating, water, or drainage systems, according to specifications or plumbing codes.
Plumbers spend a lot of their time Handling and Moving Objects. They are naturally good at Extent Flexibility, Near Vision, Arm-Hand Steadiness, and Problem Sensitivity. Plumbers are typically characterized as being Realistic and Conventional. They are usually very knowledgable about Building and Construction, Mechanical, and Customer and Personal Service and are skilled at Critical Thinking and Operation Monitoring.
Work Activities
Handling and Moving Objects
Performing General Physical Activities
Controlling Machines and Processes
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
Thinking Creatively
Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
Processing Information
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material
Scheduling Work and Activities
Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
Training and Teaching Others
Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People
Provide Consultation and Advice to Others
Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information
Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment
Communicating with Persons Outside Organization
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards
Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment
Coaching and Developing Others
Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates
Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others
Assisting and Caring for Others
Performing for or Working Directly with the Public
Analyzing Data or Information
Getting Information
Developing Objectives and Strategies
Documenting/Recording Information
Developing and Building Teams
Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment
Selling or Influencing Others
Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others
Monitoring and Controlling Resources
Performing Administrative Activities
Staffing Organizational Units
Interacting With Computers
Abilities
Extent Flexibility
Near Vision
Arm-Hand Steadiness
Problem Sensitivity
Finger Dexterity
Control Precision
Oral Comprehension
Information Ordering
Oral Expression
Multilimb Coordination
Visualization
Manual Dexterity
Trunk Strength
Inductive Reasoning
Static Strength
Deductive Reasoning
Reaction Time
Perceptual Speed
Flexibility of Closure
Written Comprehension
Visual Color Discrimination
Category Flexibility
Far Vision
Selective Attention
Auditory Attention
Originality
Written Expression
Time Sharing
Fluency of Ideas
Speech Clarity
Depth Perception
Gross Body Equilibrium
Speech Recognition
Gross Body Coordination
Speed of Limb Movement
Dynamic Strength
Response Orientation
Wrist-Finger Speed
Stamina
Hearing Sensitivity
Spatial Orientation
Number Facility
Memorization
Mathematical Reasoning
Speed of Closure
Peripheral Vision
Night Vision
Glare Sensitivity
Sound Localization
Rate Control
Interests
Realistic
Conventional
Investigative
Enterprising
Artistic
Social
Knowledge
Building and Construction
Mechanical
Customer and Personal Service
Physics
Design
Engineering and Technology
Mathematics
Education and Training
Administration and Management
English Language
Public Safety and Security
Production and Processing
Chemistry
Law and Government
Transportation
Computers and Electronics
Psychology
Communications and Media
Personnel and Human Resources
Sales and Marketing
Clerical
Telecommunications
Foreign Language
Wages
Alaska
$71,940
Illinois
$68,800
Wisconsin
$65,310
Minnesota
$61,540
District of Columbia
$60,780
Nevada
$59,920
Michigan
$58,550
Hawaii
$58,490
Washington
$58,450
Oregon
$58,090
Massachusetts
$57,900
New Jersey
$57,850
New York
$56,130
Connecticut
$55,790
Nebraska
$53,970
Missouri
$53,530
Montana
$53,200
California
$52,900
Virgin Islands
$50,560
Maryland
$50,560
Rhode Island
$49,940
Indiana
$49,870
Delaware
$48,640
Pennsylvania
$48,600
West Virginia
$48,190
New Hampshire
$47,180
North Dakota
$47,020
Colorado
$45,420
Iowa
$44,880
Ohio
$44,800
Kansas
$44,180
Vermont
$43,570
Wyoming
$43,190
Utah
$43,090
Maine
$42,700
Louisiana
$42,630
Virginia
$41,840
Texas
$41,710
Arizona
$41,370
Georgia
$41,200
New Mexico
$41,040
Kentucky
$40,840
Arkansas
$40,770
Idaho
$38,820
Alabama
$38,620
South Dakota
$37,790
Florida
$37,170
Oklahoma
$36,570
South Carolina
$36,420
North Carolina
$36,020
Tennessee
$35,580
Mississippi
$35,230
Guam
$30,940
Puerto Rico
$19,560
Skills
Critical Thinking
Operation Monitoring
Repairing
Reading Comprehension
Coordination
Active Listening
Complex Problem Solving
Quality Control Analysis
Active Learning
Equipment Maintenance
Operation and Control
Judgment and Decision Making
Monitoring
Speaking
Instructing
Time Management
Troubleshooting
Systems Analysis
Social Perceptiveness
Management of Personnel Resources
Service Orientation
Writing
Systems Evaluation
Negotiation
Persuasion
Mathematics
Learning Strategies
Equipment Selection
Operations Analysis
Installation
Science
Technology Design
Management of Material Resources
Management of Financial Resources
Work Values
Relationships
Independence
Working Conditions
Support
Achievement
Recognition
Work Styles
Dependability
Attention to Detail
Cooperation
Integrity
Leadership
Achievement/Effort
Independence
Initiative
Self Control
Persistence
Adaptability/Flexibility
Concern for Others
Stress Tolerance
Innovation
Social Orientation
Analytical Thinking
Related University Degree Programs
Work Context
Telephone
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
Face-to-Face Discussions
Freedom to Make Decisions
Work With Work Group or Team
Frequency of Decision Making
Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
Contact With Others
Structured versus Unstructured Work
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
Responsibility for Outcomes and Results
Time Pressure
Outdoors, Exposed to Weather
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
Spend Time Standing
Coordinate or Lead Others
Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment
Physical Proximity
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body
Exposed to Contaminants
Outdoors, Under Cover
Responsible for Others' Health and Safety
Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
Deal With External Customers
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
Level of Competition
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting
Consequence of Error
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
Spend Time Walking and Running
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
In an Open Vehicle or Equipment
Exposed to High Places
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
Frequency of Conflict Situations
Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
Exposed to Disease or Infections
Letters and Memos
Duration of Typical Work Week
Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
Spend Time Sitting
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
Degree of Automation
Work Schedules
Public Speaking
Deal With Physically Aggressive People
Electronic Mail
Exposed to Radiation
-40 hours-
Duration of Typical Work Week
-A lot of freedom-
Freedom to Make Decisions
Structured versus Unstructured Work
-About half the time-
Spend Time Walking and Running
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
Spend Time Standing
Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
Spend Time Sitting
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
-Completely automated-
Degree of Automation
-Constant contact with others-
Contact With Others
-Contact with others about half the time-
Contact With Others
-Contact with others most of the time-
Contact With Others
-Continually or almost continually-
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
Spend Time Standing
Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body
Spend Time Walking and Running
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
Spend Time Sitting
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
-Every day-
Telephone
Frequency of Decision Making
Face-to-Face Discussions
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment
Time Pressure
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
Outdoors, Exposed to Weather
Exposed to Contaminants
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable
Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting
Letters and Memos
Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
In an Open Vehicle or Equipment
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
Exposed to Disease or Infections
Outdoors, Under Cover
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
Exposed to High Places
Exposed to Radiation
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
Electronic Mail
Frequency of Conflict Situations
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People
Public Speaking
Deal With Physically Aggressive People
-Extremely competitive-
Level of Competition
-Extremely important-
Work With Work Group or Team
Coordinate or Lead Others
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
Deal With External Customers
Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
-Extremely serious-
Consequence of Error
-Fairly important-
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
Deal With External Customers
Coordinate or Lead Others
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
Work With Work Group or Team
-Fairly serious-
Consequence of Error
-High responsibility-
Responsible for Others' Health and Safety
Responsibility for Outcomes and Results
-Highly automated-
Degree of Automation
-Highly competitive-
Level of Competition
-I don't work near other people (beyond 100 ft.)-
Physical Proximity
-I work with others but not closely (e.g., private office)-
Physical Proximity
-Important-
Deal With External Customers
Coordinate or Lead Others
Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
Work With Work Group or Team
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
-Important results-
Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
-Irregular (changes with weather conditions, production demands, or contract duration)-
Work Schedules
-Less than 40 hours-
Duration of Typical Work Week
-Less than half the time-
Spend Time Sitting
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
Spend Time Walking and Running
Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body
Spend Time Standing
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
-Limited freedom-
Structured versus Unstructured Work
Freedom to Make Decisions
-Limited responsibility-
Responsible for Others' Health and Safety
Responsibility for Outcomes and Results
-Minor results-
Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
-Moderate responsibility-
Responsible for Others' Health and Safety
Responsibility for Outcomes and Results
-Moderate results-
Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
-Moderately automated-
Degree of Automation
-Moderately close (at arm's length)-
Physical Proximity
-Moderately competitive-
Level of Competition
-More than 40 hours-
Duration of Typical Work Week
-More than half the time-
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body
Spend Time Standing
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
Spend Time Walking and Running
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
Spend Time Sitting
-Never-
Electronic Mail
Exposed to Radiation
Deal With Physically Aggressive People
Public Speaking
Letters and Memos
Exposed to Disease or Infections
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
Frequency of Conflict Situations
Spend Time Sitting
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment
In an Open Vehicle or Equipment
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
Frequency of Decision Making
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting
Outdoors, Exposed to Weather
Outdoors, Under Cover
Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body
Telephone
Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable
Time Pressure
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
Face-to-Face Discussions
Spend Time Walking and Running
Exposed to Contaminants
Exposed to High Places
Spend Time Standing
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People
Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
-No contact with others-
Contact With Others
-No freedom-
Structured versus Unstructured Work
Freedom to Make Decisions
-No responsibility-
Responsible for Others' Health and Safety
Responsibility for Outcomes and Results
-No results-
Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
-Not at all automated-
Degree of Automation
-Not at all competitive-
Level of Competition
-Not important at all-
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
Deal With External Customers
Coordinate or Lead Others
Work With Work Group or Team
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
-Not serious at all-
Consequence of Error
-Occasional contact with others-
Contact With Others
-Once a month or more but not every week-
Exposed to High Places
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
Frequency of Conflict Situations
Outdoors, Under Cover
Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People
In an Open Vehicle or Equipment
Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
Time Pressure
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable
Exposed to Disease or Infections
Letters and Memos
Public Speaking
Frequency of Decision Making
Outdoors, Exposed to Weather
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
Deal With Physically Aggressive People
Exposed to Contaminants
Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
Face-to-Face Discussions
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
Electronic Mail
Exposed to Radiation
Telephone
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment
-Once a week or more but not every day-
Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable
Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
Outdoors, Under Cover
Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
Outdoors, Exposed to Weather
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
Frequency of Conflict Situations
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People
Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting
Exposed to Contaminants
In an Open Vehicle or Equipment
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
Exposed to Disease or Infections
Telephone
Face-to-Face Discussions
Time Pressure
Letters and Memos
Exposed to High Places
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment
Electronic Mail
Frequency of Decision Making
Public Speaking
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
Deal With Physically Aggressive People
Exposed to Radiation
-Once a year or more but not every month-
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
Exposed to Contaminants
In an Open Vehicle or Equipment
Exposed to High Places
Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting
Letters and Memos
Exposed to Disease or Infections
Deal With Physically Aggressive People
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment
Frequency of Conflict Situations
Exposed to Radiation
Public Speaking
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
Electronic Mail
Outdoors, Under Cover
Telephone
Face-to-Face Discussions
Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
Outdoors, Exposed to Weather
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable
Time Pressure
Frequency of Decision Making
-Regular (established routine, set schedule)-
Work Schedules
-Seasonal (only during certain times of the year)-
Work Schedules
-Serious-
Consequence of Error
-Slightly automated-
Degree of Automation
-Slightly close (e.g., shared office)-
Physical Proximity
-Slightly competitive-
Level of Competition
-Some freedom-
Structured versus Unstructured Work
Freedom to Make Decisions
-Very close (near touching)-
Physical Proximity
-Very high responsibility-
Responsibility for Outcomes and Results
Responsible for Others' Health and Safety
-Very important-
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
Work With Work Group or Team
Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
Deal With External Customers
Coordinate or Lead Others
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
-Very important results-
Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
-Very little freedom-
Freedom to Make Decisions
Structured versus Unstructured Work
-Very serious-
Consequence of Error
Task Ratings
- Importance Core-
Measure, cut, thread, or bend pipe to required angle, using hand or power tools or machines such as pipe cutters, pipe-threading machines, or pipe-bending machines.
Study building plans and inspect structures to assess material and equipment needs, to establish the sequence of pipe installations, and to plan installation around obstructions such as electrical wiring.
Locate and mark the position of pipe installations, connections, passage holes, or fixtures in structures, using measuring instruments such as rulers or levels.
Assemble pipe sections, tubing, or fittings, using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking, or soldering, brazing, or welding equipment.
Fill pipes or plumbing fixtures with water or air and observe pressure gauges to detect and locate leaks.
Install pipe assemblies, fittings, valves, appliances such as dishwashers or water heaters, or fixtures such as sinks or toilets, using hand or power tools.
Direct helpers engaged in pipe cutting, preassembly, or installation of plumbing systems or components.
Cut openings in structures to accommodate pipes or pipe fittings, using hand or power tools.
Review blueprints, building codes, or specifications to determine work details or procedures.
Install underground storm, sanitary, or water piping systems, extending piping as needed to connect fixtures and plumbing.
Maintain or repair plumbing by replacing defective washers, replacing or mending broken pipes, or opening clogged drains.
Keep records of assignments and produce detailed work reports.
Anchor steel supports from ceiling joists to hold pipes in place.
Perform complex calculations and planning for special or very large jobs.
Clear away debris in a renovation.
- Importance Supplemental-
Install oxygen and medical gas in hospitals.
Prepare written work cost estimates and negotiate contracts.
Weld small pipes or special piping, using specialized techniques, equipment, or materials, such as computer-assisted welding or microchip fabrication.
- Relevance of Task Core-
Assemble pipe sections, tubing, or fittings, using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking, or soldering, brazing, or welding equipment.
Install pipe assemblies, fittings, valves, appliances such as dishwashers or water heaters, or fixtures such as sinks or toilets, using hand or power tools.
Cut openings in structures to accommodate pipes or pipe fittings, using hand or power tools.
Fill pipes or plumbing fixtures with water or air and observe pressure gauges to detect and locate leaks.
Locate and mark the position of pipe installations, connections, passage holes, or fixtures in structures, using measuring instruments such as rulers or levels.
Measure, cut, thread, or bend pipe to required angle, using hand or power tools or machines such as pipe cutters, pipe-threading machines, or pipe-bending machines.
Maintain or repair plumbing by replacing defective washers, replacing or mending broken pipes, or opening clogged drains.
Direct helpers engaged in pipe cutting, preassembly, or installation of plumbing systems or components.
Anchor steel supports from ceiling joists to hold pipes in place.
Install underground storm, sanitary, or water piping systems, extending piping as needed to connect fixtures and plumbing.
Review blueprints, building codes, or specifications to determine work details or procedures.
Study building plans and inspect structures to assess material and equipment needs, to establish the sequence of pipe installations, and to plan installation around obstructions such as electrical wiring.
Keep records of assignments and produce detailed work reports.
Clear away debris in a renovation.
Perform complex calculations and planning for special or very large jobs.
- Relevance of Task Supplemental-
Prepare written work cost estimates and negotiate contracts.
Install oxygen and medical gas in hospitals.
Weld small pipes or special piping, using specialized techniques, equipment, or materials, such as computer-assisted welding or microchip fabrication.
-Daily Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-
Keep records of assignments and produce detailed work reports.
Assemble pipe sections, tubing, or fittings, using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking, or soldering, brazing, or welding equipment.
Cut openings in structures to accommodate pipes or pipe fittings, using hand or power tools.
Locate and mark the position of pipe installations, connections, passage holes, or fixtures in structures, using measuring instruments such as rulers or levels.
Direct helpers engaged in pipe cutting, preassembly, or installation of plumbing systems or components.
Install underground storm, sanitary, or water piping systems, extending piping as needed to connect fixtures and plumbing.
Clear away debris in a renovation.
Study building plans and inspect structures to assess material and equipment needs, to establish the sequence of pipe installations, and to plan installation around obstructions such as electrical wiring.
Measure, cut, thread, or bend pipe to required angle, using hand or power tools or machines such as pipe cutters, pipe-threading machines, or pipe-bending machines.
Install pipe assemblies, fittings, valves, appliances such as dishwashers or water heaters, or fixtures such as sinks or toilets, using hand or power tools.
Review blueprints, building codes, or specifications to determine work details or procedures.
Fill pipes or plumbing fixtures with water or air and observe pressure gauges to detect and locate leaks.
Maintain or repair plumbing by replacing defective washers, replacing or mending broken pipes, or opening clogged drains.
Perform complex calculations and planning for special or very large jobs.
Anchor steel supports from ceiling joists to hold pipes in place.
-Daily Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-
Prepare written work cost estimates and negotiate contracts.
Weld small pipes or special piping, using specialized techniques, equipment, or materials, such as computer-assisted welding or microchip fabrication.
Install oxygen and medical gas in hospitals.
-Hourly or more Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-
Measure, cut, thread, or bend pipe to required angle, using hand or power tools or machines such as pipe cutters, pipe-threading machines, or pipe-bending machines.
Direct helpers engaged in pipe cutting, preassembly, or installation of plumbing systems or components.
Assemble pipe sections, tubing, or fittings, using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking, or soldering, brazing, or welding equipment.
Locate and mark the position of pipe installations, connections, passage holes, or fixtures in structures, using measuring instruments such as rulers or levels.
Cut openings in structures to accommodate pipes or pipe fittings, using hand or power tools.
Study building plans and inspect structures to assess material and equipment needs, to establish the sequence of pipe installations, and to plan installation around obstructions such as electrical wiring.
Review blueprints, building codes, or specifications to determine work details or procedures.
Install pipe assemblies, fittings, valves, appliances such as dishwashers or water heaters, or fixtures such as sinks or toilets, using hand or power tools.
Maintain or repair plumbing by replacing defective washers, replacing or mending broken pipes, or opening clogged drains.
Install underground storm, sanitary, or water piping systems, extending piping as needed to connect fixtures and plumbing.
Fill pipes or plumbing fixtures with water or air and observe pressure gauges to detect and locate leaks.
Perform complex calculations and planning for special or very large jobs.
Anchor steel supports from ceiling joists to hold pipes in place.
Keep records of assignments and produce detailed work reports.
Clear away debris in a renovation.
-Hourly or more Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-
Weld small pipes or special piping, using specialized techniques, equipment, or materials, such as computer-assisted welding or microchip fabrication.
Install oxygen and medical gas in hospitals.
Prepare written work cost estimates and negotiate contracts.
-More than monthly Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-
Perform complex calculations and planning for special or very large jobs.
Anchor steel supports from ceiling joists to hold pipes in place.
Maintain or repair plumbing by replacing defective washers, replacing or mending broken pipes, or opening clogged drains.
Clear away debris in a renovation.
Install underground storm, sanitary, or water piping systems, extending piping as needed to connect fixtures and plumbing.
Fill pipes or plumbing fixtures with water or air and observe pressure gauges to detect and locate leaks.
Install pipe assemblies, fittings, valves, appliances such as dishwashers or water heaters, or fixtures such as sinks or toilets, using hand or power tools.
Direct helpers engaged in pipe cutting, preassembly, or installation of plumbing systems or components.
Measure, cut, thread, or bend pipe to required angle, using hand or power tools or machines such as pipe cutters, pipe-threading machines, or pipe-bending machines.
Cut openings in structures to accommodate pipes or pipe fittings, using hand or power tools.
Review blueprints, building codes, or specifications to determine work details or procedures.
Study building plans and inspect structures to assess material and equipment needs, to establish the sequence of pipe installations, and to plan installation around obstructions such as electrical wiring.
Locate and mark the position of pipe installations, connections, passage holes, or fixtures in structures, using measuring instruments such as rulers or levels.
Keep records of assignments and produce detailed work reports.
Assemble pipe sections, tubing, or fittings, using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking, or soldering, brazing, or welding equipment.
-More than monthly Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-
Weld small pipes or special piping, using specialized techniques, equipment, or materials, such as computer-assisted welding or microchip fabrication.
Prepare written work cost estimates and negotiate contracts.
Install oxygen and medical gas in hospitals.
-More than weekly Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-
Fill pipes or plumbing fixtures with water or air and observe pressure gauges to detect and locate leaks.
Install pipe assemblies, fittings, valves, appliances such as dishwashers or water heaters, or fixtures such as sinks or toilets, using hand or power tools.
Study building plans and inspect structures to assess material and equipment needs, to establish the sequence of pipe installations, and to plan installation around obstructions such as electrical wiring.
Maintain or repair plumbing by replacing defective washers, replacing or mending broken pipes, or opening clogged drains.
Anchor steel supports from ceiling joists to hold pipes in place.
Perform complex calculations and planning for special or very large jobs.
Review blueprints, building codes, or specifications to determine work details or procedures.
Clear away debris in a renovation.
Cut openings in structures to accommodate pipes or pipe fittings, using hand or power tools.
Install underground storm, sanitary, or water piping systems, extending piping as needed to connect fixtures and plumbing.
Assemble pipe sections, tubing, or fittings, using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking, or soldering, brazing, or welding equipment.
Direct helpers engaged in pipe cutting, preassembly, or installation of plumbing systems or components.
Keep records of assignments and produce detailed work reports.
Locate and mark the position of pipe installations, connections, passage holes, or fixtures in structures, using measuring instruments such as rulers or levels.
Measure, cut, thread, or bend pipe to required angle, using hand or power tools or machines such as pipe cutters, pipe-threading machines, or pipe-bending machines.
-More than weekly Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-
Prepare written work cost estimates and negotiate contracts.
Weld small pipes or special piping, using specialized techniques, equipment, or materials, such as computer-assisted welding or microchip fabrication.
Install oxygen and medical gas in hospitals.
-More than yearly Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-
Clear away debris in a renovation.
Perform complex calculations and planning for special or very large jobs.
Install underground storm, sanitary, or water piping systems, extending piping as needed to connect fixtures and plumbing.
Fill pipes or plumbing fixtures with water or air and observe pressure gauges to detect and locate leaks.
Anchor steel supports from ceiling joists to hold pipes in place.
Maintain or repair plumbing by replacing defective washers, replacing or mending broken pipes, or opening clogged drains.
Study building plans and inspect structures to assess material and equipment needs, to establish the sequence of pipe installations, and to plan installation around obstructions such as electrical wiring.
Review blueprints, building codes, or specifications to determine work details or procedures.
Direct helpers engaged in pipe cutting, preassembly, or installation of plumbing systems or components.
Keep records of assignments and produce detailed work reports.
Cut openings in structures to accommodate pipes or pipe fittings, using hand or power tools.
Install pipe assemblies, fittings, valves, appliances such as dishwashers or water heaters, or fixtures such as sinks or toilets, using hand or power tools.
Measure, cut, thread, or bend pipe to required angle, using hand or power tools or machines such as pipe cutters, pipe-threading machines, or pipe-bending machines.
Assemble pipe sections, tubing, or fittings, using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking, or soldering, brazing, or welding equipment.
Locate and mark the position of pipe installations, connections, passage holes, or fixtures in structures, using measuring instruments such as rulers or levels.
-More than yearly Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-
Install oxygen and medical gas in hospitals.
Weld small pipes or special piping, using specialized techniques, equipment, or materials, such as computer-assisted welding or microchip fabrication.
Prepare written work cost estimates and negotiate contracts.
-Several times daily Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-
Locate and mark the position of pipe installations, connections, passage holes, or fixtures in structures, using measuring instruments such as rulers or levels.
Measure, cut, thread, or bend pipe to required angle, using hand or power tools or machines such as pipe cutters, pipe-threading machines, or pipe-bending machines.
Assemble pipe sections, tubing, or fittings, using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking, or soldering, brazing, or welding equipment.
Review blueprints, building codes, or specifications to determine work details or procedures.
Study building plans and inspect structures to assess material and equipment needs, to establish the sequence of pipe installations, and to plan installation around obstructions such as electrical wiring.
Install pipe assemblies, fittings, valves, appliances such as dishwashers or water heaters, or fixtures such as sinks or toilets, using hand or power tools.
Cut openings in structures to accommodate pipes or pipe fittings, using hand or power tools.
Keep records of assignments and produce detailed work reports.
Direct helpers engaged in pipe cutting, preassembly, or installation of plumbing systems or components.
Anchor steel supports from ceiling joists to hold pipes in place.
Fill pipes or plumbing fixtures with water or air and observe pressure gauges to detect and locate leaks.
Maintain or repair plumbing by replacing defective washers, replacing or mending broken pipes, or opening clogged drains.
Install underground storm, sanitary, or water piping systems, extending piping as needed to connect fixtures and plumbing.
Perform complex calculations and planning for special or very large jobs.
Clear away debris in a renovation.
-Several times daily Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-
Prepare written work cost estimates and negotiate contracts.
Install oxygen and medical gas in hospitals.
Weld small pipes or special piping, using specialized techniques, equipment, or materials, such as computer-assisted welding or microchip fabrication.
-Yearly or less Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-
Perform complex calculations and planning for special or very large jobs.
Review blueprints, building codes, or specifications to determine work details or procedures.
Clear away debris in a renovation.
Anchor steel supports from ceiling joists to hold pipes in place.
Maintain or repair plumbing by replacing defective washers, replacing or mending broken pipes, or opening clogged drains.
Keep records of assignments and produce detailed work reports.
Study building plans and inspect structures to assess material and equipment needs, to establish the sequence of pipe installations, and to plan installation around obstructions such as electrical wiring.
Locate and mark the position of pipe installations, connections, passage holes, or fixtures in structures, using measuring instruments such as rulers or levels.
Install underground storm, sanitary, or water piping systems, extending piping as needed to connect fixtures and plumbing.
Fill pipes or plumbing fixtures with water or air and observe pressure gauges to detect and locate leaks.
Direct helpers engaged in pipe cutting, preassembly, or installation of plumbing systems or components.
Install pipe assemblies, fittings, valves, appliances such as dishwashers or water heaters, or fixtures such as sinks or toilets, using hand or power tools.
Assemble pipe sections, tubing, or fittings, using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking, or soldering, brazing, or welding equipment.
Cut openings in structures to accommodate pipes or pipe fittings, using hand or power tools.
Measure, cut, thread, or bend pipe to required angle, using hand or power tools or machines such as pipe cutters, pipe-threading machines, or pipe-bending machines.
-Yearly or less Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-
Weld small pipes or special piping, using specialized techniques, equipment, or materials, such as computer-assisted welding or microchip fabrication.
Prepare written work cost estimates and negotiate contracts.
Education Training Experience
-On-Site or In-Plant Training-
None
Up to and including 1 month
Over 1 month, up to and including 3 months
Over 3 months, up to and including 6 months
Over 6 months, up to and including 1 year
Over 1 year, up to and including 2 years
Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years
Over 4 years, up to and including 10 years
Over 10 years
-On-the-Job Training-
Anything beyond short demonstration, up to and including 1 month
Over 1 month, up to and including 3 months
Over 3 months, up to and including 6 months
Over 6 months, up to and including 1 year
Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years
Over 4 years, up to and including 10 years
Over 10 years
-Related Work Experience-
None
Over 6 months, up to and including 1 year
Over 1 year, up to and including 2 years
Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years
Over 4 years, up to and including 6 years
Over 6 years, up to and including 8 years
Over 10 years
-Required Level of Education-
Less than a High School Diploma
High School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence Certificate)
Post-Secondary Certificate - awarded for training completed after high school (for example, in Personnel Services, Engineering-related Technologies, Vocational Home Economics, Construction Trades, Mechanics and Repairers, Precision Production Trades)
Associate's Degree (or other 2-year degree)