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Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters

Also called: Plumber's Helper

What they do:

Help plumbers, pipefitters, steamfitters, or pipelayers by performing duties requiring less skill. Duties include using, supplying, or holding materials or tools, and cleaning work area and equipment.

On the job, you would:
  • Measure, cut, thread and assemble new pipe, placing the assembled pipe in hangers or other supports.
  • Cut or drill holes in walls or floors to accommodate the passage of pipes.
  • Perform rough-ins, repair and replace fixtures and water heaters, and locate, repair, or remove leaking or broken pipes.
On the job, you'll need:

Engineering and Technology

  • building and construction
  • mechanical

Business

  • customer service
  • management

Math and Science

  • arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, or statistics

Arts and Humanities

  • English language

Basic Skills

  • keeping track of how well people and/or groups are doing in order to make improvements

Problem Solving

  • noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it

Hand and Finger Use

  • hold or move items with your hands
  • keep your arm or hand steady

Endurance

  • exercise for a long time without getting out of breath

Realistic

People interested in this work like activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions.

  • Attention to Detail
  • Cooperation
  • Persistence
  • Integrity
  • Initiative
  • Adaptability/Flexibility

Spreadsheet software

  • Microsoft Excel

Office suite software

  • Microsoft Office software

Word processing software

  • Microsoft Word

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Job Outlook

The job outlook for this position is Average.

New job opportunities are likely in the future.

Median Annual Salary: $36,340

Education

High school diploma/GED or certificate after high school is usually needed.

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