plumber

http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/ed3cf43d-c2c1-4c46-82fc-1375e27e0290

Description

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.

Hierarchy

7 · Craft and related trades workers → 71 · Building and related trades workers, excluding electricians → 712 · Building finishers and related trades workers → 7126 · Plumbers and pipe fitters

Related skills

attach PEX pipe (essential · skill/competence)
check water pressure (essential · skill/competence)
clear out drains (essential · skill/competence)
follow health and safety procedures in construction (essential · skill/competence)
inspect construction supplies (essential · skill/competence)
install metal gas piping (essential · skill/competence)
install plumbing systems (essential · skill/competence)
install PVC piping (essential · skill/competence)
interpret 2D plans (essential · skill/competence)
interpret 3D plans (essential · skill/competence)
operate welding equipment (essential · skill/competence)
place sanitary equipment (essential · skill/competence)
plumbing tools (essential · knowledge)
prepare copper gas-lines pipes (essential · skill/competence)
replace faucets (essential · skill/competence)
snap chalk line (essential · skill/competence)
transport construction supplies (essential · skill/competence)
types of piping (essential · knowledge)
use measurement instruments (essential · skill/competence)
use safety equipment in construction (essential · skill/competence)
work ergonomically (essential · skill/competence)
answer requests for quotation (optional · skill/competence)
apply a protective layer (optional · skill/competence)
apply proofing membranes (optional · skill/competence)
calculate needs for construction supplies (optional · skill/competence)
consult technical resources (optional · skill/competence)
cut metal products (optional · skill/competence)
cut wall chases (optional · skill/competence)
install solar water heater (optional · skill/competence)
keep personal administration (optional · skill/competence)
keep records of work progress (optional · skill/competence)
maintain work area cleanliness (optional · skill/competence)
monitor stock level (optional · skill/competence)
order construction supplies (optional · skill/competence)
process incoming construction supplies (optional · skill/competence)
protect surfaces during construction work (optional · skill/competence)
set up temporary construction site infrastructure (optional · skill/competence)
set up water filtration system (optional · skill/competence)
types of heat pumps (optional · knowledge)
use metal bending techniques (optional · skill/competence)
use sander (optional · skill/competence)
water pressure (optional · knowledge)
work in a construction team (optional · skill/competence)

Details

Base · occupation_urihttp://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/ed3cf43d-c2c1-4c46-82fc-1375e27e0290

Base · occupation_code7126.8

Base · is_in_filter1

Base · is_ancestor0

Base · is_featured0

Translation · preferred_labelplumber

Translation · alt_labelsdomestic plumber
pipe worker
pipeworker
gasfitter
plummer
gas fitter
plumbber
plumbeer
commercial plumber

Translation · descriptionPlumbers 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.