plumber
Plumbers maintain and install water, gas and sewage systems. They inspect pipes and fixtures on a regular basis or make repairs as needed. They bend, cut, and install pipes. They test systems and make adjustments safely and following regulations. They place sanitary equipment.
Also called: commercial plumber, pipeworker, gas fitter, plumbber, domestic plumber, gasfitter, plumbeer, pipe worker
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- essential skills
- 22
- optional skills
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- related roles
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Essential skills
21- attach PEX pipe
- check water pressure
- clear out drains
- follow health and safety procedures in construction
- inspect construction supplies
- install metal gas piping
- install plumbing systems
- install PVC piping
- interpret 2D plans
- interpret 3D plans
- operate welding equipment
- place sanitary equipment
- plumbing tools
- prepare copper gas-lines pipes
- replace faucets
- snap chalk line
- transport construction supplies
- types of piping
- use measurement instruments
- use safety equipment in construction
- work ergonomically
Optional skills
22- answer requests for quotation
- apply a protective layer
- apply proofing membranes
- calculate needs for construction supplies
- consult technical resources
- cut metal products
- cut wall chases
- install solar water heater
- keep personal administration
- keep records of work progress
- maintain work area cleanliness
- monitor stock level
- order construction supplies
- process incoming construction supplies
- protect surfaces during construction work
- set up temporary construction site infrastructure
- set up water filtration system
- types of heat pumps
- use metal bending techniques
- use sander
- water pressure
- work in a construction team
Definition and skills from ESCO, published by the European Commission. Source concept
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