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Plumber
Plumbers lay out, test and maintain pipes, fixtures, metal
roofing, fittings, gas meters and regulators.
A plumber may perform the following tasks:
- prepare and/or study drawings and specifications to work
out the layout of plumbing systems and materials needed
- find and mark position for connections, then cut holes
through walls and floors to accommodate pipes, measure pipes
and mark cutting or bending lines
- cut, thread and bend pipes, assemble and install piping,
valves and fittings, join pipe sections and secure pipes
- test lines as required by local plumbing regulations
- install equipment such as boilers, pumps, heating and
cooling systems, gas appliances, water tanks, water heaters,
solar water heating systems, fixtures such as toilets, wash
basins and industrial processing units
- maintain and repair plumbing systems.
Subject to licensing restrictions, plumbers may perform all
of the tasks listed above, or specialise as a:
Drainer who installs, maintains and repairs pipes in
storm water or sewerage systems and drains, and installs
septic tanks, holding wells, sullage pits and absorption
tracks.
Gasfitter who installs, maintains, tests and repairs
gas lines, meters, regulators, units and appliances.
Heating and Ventilation Plumber who installs and
services heating and cooling systems.
Irrigation Installer who plans, designs and installs
large watering systems for such environments as golf courses
and parks.
Roofing Plumber who installs and fixes metal roofs,
flashings, gutters and down pipes.
Sprinkler Fitter who installs and maintains fire
protection systems.
Required Skills - Plumber
- interested in practical work
- good hand-eye coordination
- able to work independently
- able to work at heights and in various weather
conditions
- physically fit
- good interpersonal skills
- good mobility
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