Plumber
Plumbers lay out, test and maintain pipes, fixtures, metal roofing, fittings, gas meters and regulators.
Plumbers may perform the following tasks:
- prepare and/or study plans and specifications to work out the layout of plumbing systems and materials needed
- find and mark positions 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.
Specialisations:
Drainer
A drainer 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
A gasfitter installs, maintains, tests and repairs gas lines, meters, regulators, hot water systems and appliances.
Heating and Ventilation Plumber
A heating and ventilation plumber installs and services heating and cooling systems.
Irrigation Installer
An irrigation installer plans, designs and installs large watering systems for such environments as golf courses and parks.
Roofing Plumber
A roofing plumber installs and fixes metal roofs, flashings, gutters, downpipes, rainwater products and other accessories on residential, industrial and commercial buildings. The work conducted by roofing plumbers includes working outdoors, in a team environment and safely at heights.
Sprinkler Fitter
A sprinkler fitter installs and maintains fire protection systems.
Personal Requirements:
- enjoy 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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