What it pays
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Half of all Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters in the U.S. earn more than $63,800 a year — the middle 80% land between $44,150 and $108,420. About 465,840 people in the U.S. do this work. Figures are for the U.S. occupation group “Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters”. (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics survey, published 2025.) In India, Craft and related trades workers earn about ₹16,825 a month on average — around ₹2.0 lakh a year (government PLFS survey via ILOSTAT, occupation-family figure).
$63,800typical pay / year
465,840people in this work
$108,420+top 10% earn
₹2.0 lakha year in India (family avg)
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Test yourself →The work, task by task
These are the real jobs-to-be-done, not a wish list. Each task shows where we found it, and the prompt underneath is written for that exact task.
Fixing5
Maintain and repair equipment
+Inspect the leaking boiler, isolate its supply, replace the corroded pressure relief valve and worn hose,…
Maintain and repair equipment
+Inspect the leaking boiler, isolate its supply, replace the corroded pressure relief valve and worn hose, pressure-test the assembly to 60 psi, log the parts used and schedule a follow-up for Thursday if any draft welding was required.
The tools that do the workBookkeepingjob descriptionsO*NET
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Maintain plumbing systems
+Inspect the basement plumbing system, tighten or replace corroded fittings, flush the water heater sediment,…
Maintain plumbing systems
+Inspect the basement plumbing system, tighten or replace corroded fittings, flush the water heater sediment, run each fixture to confirm flow and pressure, and note any code issues that need permit work before leaving the job today.
The tools that do the workDrawing and draftingESCOjob descriptionsO*NET
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Bend, cut, and install pipes
+Measure and mark the copper runs for the new sink and toilet, cut and deburr each length, bend to the…
Bend, cut, and install pipes
+Measure and mark the copper runs for the new sink and toilet, cut and deburr each length, bend to the specified angles, sweat the joints with lead-free solder, pressure-test the assembly to 60 psi, and secure the runs to wall studs before lunchtime.
The tools that do the workAEC Design Group CADPIPEESCOjob descriptionsO*NET
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Start pumps and open valves
+Start the basement sump pump and the hot water circulating pump, slowly open the inlet and discharge valves…
Start pumps and open valves
+Start the basement sump pump and the hot water circulating pump, slowly open the inlet and discharge valves while monitoring amps and pressure, check for leaks at flanges, and confirm both pumps reach normal operating parameters within ten minutes.
The tools that do the workAutodesk Buildingjob descriptionsO*NET
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Diagnose and repair leaks or blockages
+Trace the persistent slow drain complaint to the kitchen run, remove the trap and clear the blockage, inspect…
Diagnose and repair leaks or blockages
+Trace the persistent slow drain complaint to the kitchen run, remove the trap and clear the blockage, inspect the vent for obstructions, replace any damaged gasket, run a camera to confirm clearance, and bill the homeowner for parts and time.
The tools that do the workDrawing and draftingjob descriptionsO*NET
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Learning1
Read blueprints and follow building codes
+Carry the permit-ready set of blueprints to the job trailer, compare the as-built risers against the plans,…
Read blueprints and follow building codes
+Carry the permit-ready set of blueprints to the job trailer, compare the as-built risers against the plans, note any code nonconformances such as trap arms or unsupported runs, photograph the issues, and prepare a remediation list for the inspector tomorrow.
The tools that do the workCOADE CAESAR IIjob descriptionsO*NET
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The daily work16
Prepare cost estimates for clients
+Prepare three client cost estimates for the Oak Street, Rivera and Jensen jobs: itemise parts, labour hours…
Prepare cost estimates for clients
+Prepare three client cost estimates for the Oak Street, Rivera and Jensen jobs: itemise parts, labour hours at my usual rates, permit fees and a 10 percent contingency, then export as PDF proposals and email each to the homeowner with a Monday response deadline.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Officejob descriptionsO*NET
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Inspect and test installed pipe systems
+Inspect and test the new copper and black iron runs at 42 Elm by pressure testing to 150 psi, record hold…
Inspect and test installed pipe systems
+Inspect and test the new copper and black iron runs at 42 Elm by pressure testing to 150 psi, record hold time and any leaks, photograph joints that fail, note required repairs and produce a signed test report for the homeowner and building inspector.
The tools that do the workDrawing and draftingESCOjob descriptions
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Shut off steam, water, or other gases or liquids from pipe sections, using valve keys or wrenches.
+Shut off the steam mains feeding units 3A and 3B by closing the marked isolation valves with valve keys, tag…
Shut off steam, water, or other gases or liquids from pipe sections, using valve keys or wrenches.
+Shut off the steam mains feeding units 3A and 3B by closing the marked isolation valves with valve keys, tag each closed valve, notify tenants on site, then document the action, time and reason on the job sheet before restarting under supervision.
The tools that do the workBookkeepingO*NET
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Anchor steel supports from ceiling joists to hold pipes in place.
+Anchor the new 1½ inch line above the basement run by installing two threaded steel hangers into the ceiling…
Anchor steel supports from ceiling joists to hold pipes in place.
+Anchor the new 1½ inch line above the basement run by installing two threaded steel hangers into the ceiling joists at the indicated spacings, weld or secure the hangers, level the pipe and photograph the finished supports for the record.
The tools that do the workDrawing and draftingO*NET
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Keep records of work assignments.
+Keep a chronological record of today's assignments: note job addresses, start and finish times, labour codes,…
Keep records of work assignments.
+Keep a chronological record of today's assignments: note job addresses, start and finish times, labour codes, parts used and mileage, attach receipts and upload the completed daily log for payroll and warranty tracking.
The tools that do the workBookkeepingO*NET
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Install fixtures, appliances, or equipment designed to reduce water or energy consumption.
+Install low‑flow faucets and a demand‑control shower valve at 117 Park to meet the client's efficiency…
Install fixtures, appliances, or equipment designed to reduce water or energy consumption.
+Install low‑flow faucets and a demand‑control shower valve at 117 Park to meet the client's efficiency target: confirm product specs, fit and test for leaks, record water‑savings estimates and hand the homeowner the operation sheet and warranty.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft WordO*NET
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Inspect work sites for obstructions or holes that could cause structural weakness.
+Walk each room and the crawlspace at 42 Maple Street, mark any holes, buried utility runs or obstructing…
Inspect work sites for obstructions or holes that could cause structural weakness.
+Walk each room and the crawlspace at 42 Maple Street, mark any holes, buried utility runs or obstructing debris that could undermine a floor or foundation, photograph each flaw, note depth and dimensions, and flag urgent repairs for the owner by Friday.
The tools that do the workDrawing and draftingO*NET
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Control or operate equipment to circulate liquids
+Start the boiler loop at 9 a.m., run the circulation pump through low, medium and high speeds while…
Control or operate equipment to circulate liquids
+Start the boiler loop at 9 a.m., run the circulation pump through low, medium and high speeds while monitoring flow and temperature at the return and supply, listen for cavitation, adjust pump controls to steady flow, then log pressures and temperatures before leaving.
The tools that do the workAutodesk Buildingjob descriptions
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Signal other workers to operate pumps and valves
+Stand at the utility room control panel during the scheduled valve exercise at 2 p.m., use hand signals…
Signal other workers to operate pumps and valves
+Stand at the utility room control panel during the scheduled valve exercise at 2 p.m., use hand signals agreed with the crew—thumbs up to open, flat palm to stop, fist to close—confirm each pump and valve response, and radio any failures to Jordan, the site foreman.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft Officejob descriptions
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Verify product movement and meter operation
+Walk the service route, read each meter at the curb and the basement manifolds, compare readings to the…
Verify product movement and meter operation
+Walk the service route, read each meter at the curb and the basement manifolds, compare readings to the expected delivery schedule, note any discrepancies over 5 percent, test one suspect meter with a calibrated flow gauge, and report findings to the landlord and meter tech.
The tools that do the workBentley Systems AutoPIPEjob descriptions
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Read and analyze specifications and test results
+Gather the specification sheets and last three test reports for the new gas line install, confirm material…
Read and analyze specifications and test results
+Gather the specification sheets and last three test reports for the new gas line install, confirm material grades, joint integrity tests and pressure decay results match the job spec, highlight any out-of-spec values and prepare a one-page summary for the building inspector.
The tools that do the workCOADE CAESAR IIjob descriptions
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Record and compile operating data
+Record hourly operating pressures, pump runtimes and temperature at supply and return during today’s heating…
Record and compile operating data
+Record hourly operating pressures, pump runtimes and temperature at supply and return during today’s heating cycle, compile the readings into a running log with timestamps, calculate daily totals and send the compiled operating data and anomalies to the maintenance manager by end of shift.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft Exceljob descriptions
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Perform pressure tests on systems
+Perform a full system pressure test on the domestic cold and hot supply and the gas main at 120 kPa, isolate…
Perform pressure tests on systems
+Perform a full system pressure test on the domestic cold and hot supply and the gas main at 120 kPa, isolate zones one at a time, record gauge readings every five minutes for thirty minutes, log any loss, tag affected valves and call Carla at 9am if readings fall.
The tools that do the workCOADE CAESAR IIjob descriptions
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Test systems and make adjustments safely and following regulations
+Test the potable and gas systems to regulations: run leak detection and pressure decay, adjust regulator…
Test systems and make adjustments safely and following regulations
+Test the potable and gas systems to regulations: run leak detection and pressure decay, adjust regulator settings and relief valves where readings exceed spec, fit safety caps and compliance stickers, photograph each adjustment and file the signed safety checklist with the homeowner before leaving.
The tools that do the workAtlas Construction Business FormsESCO
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Place sanitary equipment
+Set and secure the new toilet, basin and under-sink trap assemblies to the floor and walls per the plan,…
Place sanitary equipment
+Set and secure the new toilet, basin and under-sink trap assemblies to the floor and walls per the plan, align outlets to the waste stack, test trap seals with water, seal joints with approved compounds, and leave the finished fixture level and water-tight for the homeowner inspection at 4pm.
The tools that do the workDrawing and draftingESCO
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Drawing and drafting
+Log the bathroom re-pipe layout into the drawing and drafting, show hot and cold risers, fixture offsets, 1/2…
Drawing and drafting
+Log the bathroom re-pipe layout into the drawing and drafting, show hot and cold risers, fixture offsets, 1/2 inch copper runs, trap locations, and include the client sign-off and permit number before scheduling the shutoff on Friday.
The tools that do the workDrawing and draftingO*NET
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