Plumber
Plumbers are skilled tradespeople who install, maintain, and repair plumbing systems in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. They also ensure that plumbing systems are safe, efficient, and comply with local and national regulations.
Duties
Install plumbing systems: Cut holes, measure, cut, bend, and thread pipes, and join pipes with couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, or cement
Repair plumbing systems: Locate and repair defective plumbing fixtures and pipes, and repair leaks
Maintain plumbing systems: Perform preventive maintenance on plumbing fixtures, gas outlets, and sprinkler systems
Diagnose plumbing issues: Use tools and equipment to identify and fix plumbing issues
Ensure compliance: Ensure that plumbing systems comply with local and national regulations
Communicate with clients: Provide excellent customer service and educate clients on plumbing solutions
Skills
Attention to detail: Follow blueprints accurately to avoid mistakes that could lead to leaks, blockages, or safety hazards
Physical condition: Be able to work in awkward spaces and kneel and bend over for extended periods of time
Communication skills: Be able to communicate effectively with clients and suppliers
Interpersonal skills: Be friendly and patient