plumber

Work setting

• Various locations
• Commercial
• Residential

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine layout of plumbing system, water supply network and waste and drainage systems
• Locate and mark positions for pipe connections, passage holes and fixtures in walls and floors
• Cut opening in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings
• Join pipes using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement or soldering, brazing and welding equipment
• Test pipes for leaks using air and water pressure gauges
• Determine piping system requirements and pipe sizing
• Supervise other workers
• Estimate costs and materials
• Measure, cut, thread and bend pipes to required shape and size

Supervision

• 1 to 2 people

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Handling heavy loads

Benefits

Other benefits

• Transportation provided by employer