Occupation information for Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters District Of Columbia

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Typical education needed for entry: High school diploma or equivalent

Typical work experience needed for a job in this occupation: No work experience

Typical on-the-job training once you have a job in this occupation: Less than 1 month on-the-job training

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• 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.
• Assist pipe fitters in the layout, assembly, and installation of piping for air, ammonia, gas, and water systems.
• Install gas burners to convert furnaces from wood, coal, or oil.
• Cut pipe and lift up to fitters.
• Fit or assist in fitting valves, couplings, or assemblies to tanks, pumps, or systems, using hand tools.
• Requisition tools and equipment, select type and size of pipe, and collect and transport materials and equipment to work site.
• Mount brackets and hangers on walls and ceilings to hold pipes, and set sleeves or inserts to provide support for pipes.
• Excavate and grade ditches, and lay and join pipe for water and sewer service.

Tools:

• Drain or pipe cleaning equipment
• Levels
• Pipe or tube cutter
• Power grinders
• Specialty wrenches

Technology:

• Office suite software
• Spreadsheet software
• Word processing software

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