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Job Description

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

Job Details

The SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) code is 47-2152.02

☝️ Information based on the reference occupation “Plumbers”.

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Tasks for “Commercial Plumber”

Maintain or repair plumbing by replacing defective washers, replacing or mending broken pipes, or opening clogged drains.
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.
Estimate time, material, or labor costs for use in project plans.
Determine sizing requirements for solar hot water heating systems, taking into account factors such as site orientation, load calculations, or storage capacity requirements.
Inspect structures to assess material or equipment needs, to establish the sequence of pipe installations, or 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.
Install alternative water sources, such as rainwater harvesting systems or graywater reuse systems.
Install underground storm, sanitary, or water piping systems, extending piping as needed to connect fixtures and plumbing.
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.
Anchor steel supports from ceiling joists to hold pipes in place.
Keep records of work assignments.
Review blueprints, building codes, or specifications to determine work details or procedures.
Install, test, or commission solar thermal or solar photovoltaic hot water heating systems.
Weld small pipes or special piping, using specialized techniques, equipment, or materials, such as computer-assisted welding or microchip fabrication.
Install green plumbing equipment, such as faucet flow restrictors, dual-flush or pressure-assisted flush toilets, or tankless hot water heaters.
Direct helpers engaged in pipe cutting, preassembly, or installation of plumbing systems or components.
Perform domestic plumbing audits to identify ways in which customers might reduce consumption of water or energy.
Recommend energy or water saving products, such as low-flow faucets or shower heads, water-saving toilets, or high-efficiency hot water heaters.
Compile information on governmental incentive programs related to the installation of energy or water saving plumbing systems or devices.
Calculate costs or savings for water- or energy-efficient appliances or systems.
Fill pipes or plumbing fixtures with water or air and observe pressure gauges to detect and locate leaks.
Assemble pipe sections, tubing, or fittings, using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking, or soldering, brazing, or welding equipment.

Related Technology & Tools

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Pipe welding vises
Basket strainer wrenches
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Allen wrenches
Wide roll pipe cutters
Lathes
Augers
Gas leak detection devices
Line locators
Caulking guns
Swaging tools
Pipe freezing kits
Bolt cutters
Comprehensive water gauges
Water stoppers
Generators
Hex wrenches
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Reciprocating saws
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Mini tubing cutters
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Rebar locators
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Laser printers
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Water meter keys
Vacuum gauges
Six-step faucet seat wrenches
Power pipe threading machines
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Vibration analyzers
Utility pumps
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Notebook computers
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Four-in-one keys
Rotary hammers
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Direct tap machines
Telescoping basin wrenches
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Straight-fluted pipe reamers
Maximum reading water pressure gauges
Hand spinners
Compound leverage wrenches
Ratcheting polyvinyl chloride PVC cutters
Three-way pipe threaders
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Butane torches
Adjustable slip lock nut wrenches
Right-angle drills
Telescopic inspection mirrors
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Heavy duty drain cleaning machines
Air pressure gauges
Staple guns
Polyvinyl chloride PVC saws
Bandsaws
Personal digital assistants PDA
Air compressors
Levels
Ultrasonic leak detectors
Stillson wrenches
Shears
Roll groovers
Root ranger jetter nozzles
Pipe wrenches
Power sink machine drain cleaners
Shower valve socket wrenches
Acetylene torches

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