Will “Plumber” be Replaced By Robots? 🤔

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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”.

Also Known As…

Tasks for “Plumber”

Install, test, or commission solar thermal or solar photovoltaic hot water heating systems.
Direct helpers engaged in pipe cutting, preassembly, or installation of plumbing systems or components.
Recommend energy or water saving products, such as low-flow faucets or shower heads, water-saving toilets, or high-efficiency hot water heaters.
Estimate time, material, or labor costs for use in project plans.
Review blueprints, building codes, or specifications to determine work details or procedures.
Install alternative water sources, such as rainwater harvesting systems or graywater reuse systems.
Compile information on governmental incentive programs related to the installation of energy or water saving plumbing systems or devices.
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.
Assemble pipe sections, tubing, or fittings, using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking, or soldering, brazing, or welding equipment.
Perform domestic plumbing audits to identify ways in which customers might reduce consumption of water or energy.
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.
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.
Keep records of work assignments.
Maintain or repair plumbing by replacing defective washers, replacing or mending broken pipes, or opening clogged drains.
Install pipe assemblies, fittings, valves, appliances such as dishwashers or water heaters, or fixtures such as sinks or toilets, 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.
Calculate costs or savings for water- or energy-efficient appliances or 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.
Anchor steel supports from ceiling joists to hold pipes in place.
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.

Related Technology & Tools

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

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