Sector
Plumbing
Keyword

Plumber

Welder

Minimum 5th Certified training for Plumber (Welder) (programme aligned to PSC/Q 005 released by Indian Plumbing Skills Council)

Minimum 2 years of work experience as a semi-skilled helper in lieu of minimum education qualification

The tasks a Plumber (Welder) is expected to perform include: Performing welding activities for plumbing systems

Performing pre-welding activities Performing post-welding activities Following safety and health regulations

Knowledge of the welding procedure

Knowledge of pre-installation procedures

Working knowledge of relevant tools and equipment

Basic knowledge of terminology used in sanitary welding

Knowledge of how to perform material calculations

Detailed knowledge of the types and features of welded joints

In-depth knowledge of various welding techniques

Knowledge of the proper material disposal procedure

Knowledge of the post-welding quality check procedure

Knowledge of how to perform basic mathematical calculations

Previous on-the-job training

Good communication skills

Team spirit

Decision-making skills

Organizing skills

It is a field job

Need not handle a team

Local travelling is a major part of the job

Part-time option and contractual jobs are not available

Work from home option is not available

Working hours

Companies usually work for 5/6 days a week and 8/9 hours every day. This may vary from company to company

Shift system may be available in some organizations

Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needs?No

This job is not considered hazardous or dangerous

One may develop occupational hazards like back ache and fatigue, if not taken care of

For freshers INR 8,000 to INR 10,000 per month

For candidates with 1/2 yearsexperience INR10,000 to INR 12,000 per month

For candidates with over 2 yearsexperience INR 12,000 to INR 17,000 per month

(These figures are indicative and subject to change)

The Swach Bharat Abhiyaan will create an increase in the demand for Plumber (Welder). This will increase job opportunities across India for Plumber (Welder).

Apart from the Indian market, there is massive demand for skilled plumbers in the UAE. The boom in the construction industry in the Middle East has led to an increase in international job opportunities for plumbers.

Construction companies

Residential complexes and buildings

Corporate organizations and complexes

Malls and departmental stores

Hospitals

Restaurants and hotels Companies dealing with plumbing work

Cities and towns across India

Will be updated

Amrita Vidhwa Vidyapeetham University

Additional Skill Acquisition Programme

Will be updated