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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 “Plumbing Technician”

Maintain or repair plumbing by replacing defective washers, replacing or mending broken pipes, or opening clogged drains.
Install alternative water sources, such as rainwater harvesting systems or graywater reuse systems.
Estimate time, material, or labor costs for use in project plans.
Install, test, or commission solar thermal or solar photovoltaic hot water heating systems.
Anchor steel supports from ceiling joists to hold pipes in place.
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.
Install green plumbing equipment, such as faucet flow restrictors, dual-flush or pressure-assisted flush toilets, or tankless hot water heaters.
Keep records of work assignments.
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.
Weld small pipes or special piping, using specialized techniques, equipment, or materials, such as computer-assisted welding or microchip fabrication.
Locate and mark the position of pipe installations, connections, passage holes, or fixtures in structures, using measuring instruments such as rulers or levels.
Fill pipes or plumbing fixtures with water or air and observe pressure gauges to detect and locate leaks.
Calculate costs or savings for water- or energy-efficient appliances or systems.
Recommend energy or water saving products, such as low-flow faucets or shower heads, water-saving toilets, or high-efficiency hot water heaters.
Perform domestic plumbing audits to identify ways in which customers might reduce consumption of water or energy.
Review blueprints, building codes, or specifications to determine work details or procedures.
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.
Cut openings in structures to accommodate pipes or pipe fittings, using hand or power tools.
Determine sizing requirements for solar hot water heating systems, taking into account factors such as site orientation, load calculations, or storage capacity requirements.
Compile information on governmental incentive programs related to the installation of energy or water saving plumbing systems or devices.
Install underground storm, sanitary, or water piping systems, extending piping as needed to connect fixtures and plumbing.

Related Technology & Tools

Shut-off keys
Pipe cutters
Vacuum gauges
Personal computers
Laser printers
Ultrasonic leak detectors
Ratcheting box wrenches
Water pump pliers
Pedestal sink wrenches
Locking pliers
Strap wrenches
Tubing cutters
Tristand chain vises
Maximum reading water pressure gauges
Toilet augers
Butane torches
Sewage pumps
Roll groovers
Pipe extractors
Deburring tools
Tube bending springs
Heavy duty drain cleaning machines
Hex wrenches
Hacksaws
Rubber strap wrenches
Chain wrenches
Pop-up plug wrenches
Shower valve socket wrenches
Cable saws
Copper cutting machines
Torpedo levels
Pipe wrenches
Measuring tapes
Moisture meters
Laser alignment tools
Straight pipe wrenches
Rodders
Explosimeters
Utility knives
Water heater element removal wrenches
Internal wrenches
Acetylene torches
Telescopic inspection mirrors
Reciprocating saws
Plastic nut basin wrenches
Four-in-one keys
Chain tongs
Utility pumps
Flat blade screwdrivers
Transmitters
Vise grip pliers
Three-way pipe threaders
Staple guns
Tin snips
Seat dressers
Heat guns
Desktop computers
Six-step faucet seat wrenches
Shears
Spiral ratchet pipe reamers
Bench chain vises
Bolt cutters
Mini hacksaws
Tub drain removers
Strainer wrenches
Direct tap machines
Trutest smoke detectors
Air compressors
Right-angle drills
Personal digital assistants PDA
Universal nut wrenches
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Water pressure gauges
Heavy duty water pressure gauges
Pipe welding vises
Vibration analyzers
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Slip joint pliers
Inductive clamps
Tablet computers
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Compound leverage wrenches
Water meter keys
Receding threaders
Calipers
Basket strainer wrenches
Power sink machine drain cleaners
Bibb seat tools
Thread repair files
Adjustable wrenches
Phillips head screwdrivers
Oilers
Root ranger jetter nozzles
Bench yoke vises
Crowbars
Manual ratchet threader sets
Ratcheting polyvinyl chloride PVC cutters
Caulking guns
Faucet handle pullers
Power pipe threading machines
Polyvinyl chloride PVC cutters
Impact hammers
Backhoes
Inner/outer reamers
Lathes
Sump pumps
Generators
Welders
Levels
Hollow core socket wrenches
Bandsaws
Soldering equipment
Gasket cutters
Water stoppers
Propane torches
Drain cleaning cables
Video diagnostic tools
Power pipe cutters
Line locators
Non-contact infrared thermometers
Tripod vises
Threading machine die heads
Sewer tapes
Telescoping basin wrenches
Cleanout plug wrenches
Claw hammers
Welding hoods
Plastic pipe/conduit die heads
Trenchers
Magnetic locators
Tube crimping tools
Plumb bobs
Diagonal cutting pliers
Mini tubing cutters
Swaging tools
Light pickup trucks
Spud wrenches
Soil pipe cutters
Pipe freezing kits
Rebar locators
Forklifts
Brazing equipment
No hub torque wrenches
Shielded arc welding tools
Augers
Flaring tools
Rotary hammers
Plungers
Gas leak detection devices
Adjustable slip lock nut wrenches
Seat wrenches
Tapping tools
Polyvinyl chloride PVC saws
Faucet stem and cartridge pullers
Water jetters
Hand spinners
Channel lock pliers
Comprehensive water gauges
Hole cutting tools
Notebook computers
Pipe taps
Two way radios
Offset pipe wrenches
Wide roll pipe cutters
Basin wrenches
Dump trucks
Pressurized water pigs
Allen wrenches
Rapwrenches
Straight-fluted pipe reamers
Power spinners
Stillson wrenches
Ball peen hammers
One stop wrenches
Compression sleeve pullers
Air pressure gauges

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