7126-Plumbers and pipe fitters

Job Title: 

Plumbers and pipe fitters

Job Description: 

Plumbers and pipe fitters assemble, install, repair and maintain pipe systems, fittings and fixtures for water, gas,
drainage, sewerage systems, and hydraulic and pneumatic equipment.

Tasks: 

Tasks include

  • measuring, cutting, threading, bending, jointing, assembling, installing, maintaining and repairing pipes, fittings and fixtures of drainage, heating, water supply and sewerage systems
  • installing gas appliances, dishwashers and water heaters, sinks and toilets using hand and power tools
  • laying clay, concrete or cast-iron pipes in ditches to form sewers, drains or water mains, or for other purposes
  • inspecting, examining and testing installed systems and pipes, using pressure gauge, hydrostatic testing, observation or other methods.
Specific Occupations: 

71261
Plumber (any type)/ Foreman(plumber)

71262
Foreman, pipelines

71263
Pipe-fitter (aircraft/ marine)

71264
Pipe-fitter(gas/water/steam/ventilation/sewerage) (except electrical)

71265
Back-up man/ Clamp man (pipeline construction)

71266
Digger/ Sinker (well)

71267
Layer-jointer(mains pipes)/ Worker(

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Source Of Info: 

Source: Pakistan Bureau of Statistics, PSCO-2320