PLUMBER

1. Technical Skills

• Pipe installation & repair: Working with PVC, copper, PEX, and galvanized pipes.

• Plumbing fixtures: Installing and repairing sinks, faucets, toilets, showers, bathtubs.

• Water systems knowledge: Understanding water supply systems, drainage, and sewage systems.

• Soldering and welding: Joining metal pipes safely and securely.

• Reading blueprints & plans: Understanding building plans to install or repair plumbing systems correctly.

• Water heaters & appliances: Installing and servicing water heaters, dishwashers, and washing machines.

• Drain cleaning & maintenance: Using augers, snakes, and hydro-jetting tools.

• Backflow prevention: Ensuring clean water supply by preventing contamination.

2. Practical & Problem-Solving Skills

• Troubleshooting leaks and blockages: Quickly identifying the source of problems.

• Precision & measurement: Cutting pipes accurately and ensuring proper fit.

• Manual dexterity: Handling tools and small fittings efficiently.

• Safety awareness: Knowledge of safety procedures when working with gas, electricity, and water.

• Adaptability: Working in cramped or unusual spaces.

3. Soft Skills

• Customer service: Communicating clearly with homeowners or clients.

• Time management: Completing jobs efficiently and on schedule.

• Teamwork: Coordinating with other construction or maintenance professionals.

• Reliability & integrity: Building trust with clients through quality work.

4. Optional / Advanced Skills

• Gas line plumbing: Working with natural gas or propane safely.

• Hydronic systems: Installing and maintaining heating systems.

• Green plumbing technologies: Knowledge of low-flow systems, rainwater harvesting, or greywater recycling.

• Digital tools: Using plumbing software or smart home systems for diagnostics.5. Advanced Technical Skills

  • Hydraulic knowledge: Understanding water pressure, flow rates, and pump systems.

  • Pipe insulation & corrosion prevention: Techniques to extend the lifespan of plumbing systems.

  • Gas appliance installation & maintenance: Furnaces, stoves, and gas fireplaces.

  • Sewage & septic systems: Installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of septic tanks and sewer lines.

  • Stormwater management: Gutters, drains, and rainwater systems.

  • Medical or lab plumbing: Specialized plumbing for hospitals, labs, or industrial settings.