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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Fixing4
Maintain plumbing systems
+Inspect the building riser, log pressures and temperatures at each valve, replace worn seals and gaskets,…
Maintain plumbing systems
+Inspect the building riser, log pressures and temperatures at each valve, replace worn seals and gaskets, grease accessible pump bearings, and submit a single maintenance report to Facilities by Friday noting any parts needed and safety steps taken.
The tools that do the workBookkeepingESCOjob descriptionsO*NET
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Bend, cut, and install pipes
+Measure, mark, bend and cut the specified length of steel gas pipe to the shop drawing, tack weld joints for…
Bend, cut, and install pipes
+Measure, mark, bend and cut the specified length of steel gas pipe to the shop drawing, tack weld joints for fit, deburr ends, flux and braze or weld to the run, pressure-test the new section at 50 psi, and update the field layout sketch before leaving site.
The tools that do the workDrawing and draftingESCOjob descriptionsO*NET
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Start pumps and open valves
+Cycle the main domestic pump, open the three inlet isolation valves in sequence while monitoring pump amps…
Start pumps and open valves
+Cycle the main domestic pump, open the three inlet isolation valves in sequence while monitoring pump amps and discharge pressure, adjust the bypass to maintain 40 psi, and record start-up readings and any abnormal vibration in the site log.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft Exceljob descriptionsO*NET
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Diagnose and repair leaks or blockages
+Trace the leaking run from the fixture, isolate the zone, remove the damaged section, cut and prepare…
Diagnose and repair leaks or blockages
+Trace the leaking run from the fixture, isolate the zone, remove the damaged section, cut and prepare replacement pipe, rejoin with welded or mechanical couplings, pressure-test to 150 psi, and photograph the repair for the work order before closing it.
The tools that do the workAtlas Construction Business Formsjob descriptionsO*NET
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Keeping the record2
Read blueprints and follow building codes
+Compare the project blueprints to the on-site layout, verify pipe sizes and clearances against local plumbing…
Read blueprints and follow building codes
+Compare the project blueprints to the on-site layout, verify pipe sizes and clearances against local plumbing code, note any nonconformance on the plan, propose dimensioned corrections to the project manager, and get sign-off before continuing work.
The tools that do the workAEC Design Group CADPIPEjob descriptionsO*NET
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Maintain and repair equipment
+Inspect the mechanical room equipment list, run each pump and heater through its checklist, tighten vibration…
Maintain and repair equipment
+Inspect the mechanical room equipment list, run each pump and heater through its checklist, tighten vibration mounts, replace worn belts and filters, log serial numbers and spare parts used, and raise a purchase request for any failed components.
The tools that do the workIntuit QuickBooksjob descriptionsO*NET
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The daily work15
Prepare cost estimates for clients
+Prepare a detailed client estimate for the kitchen re-pipe at 1423 Elm Street: list labor hours by task,…
Prepare cost estimates for clients
+Prepare a detailed client estimate for the kitchen re-pipe at 1423 Elm Street: list labor hours by task, materials with unit prices and part numbers, permit and disposal fees, a 10% contingency, and send the PDF to Maria the homeowner and to contractor Jake by Wednesday for approval.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft Exceljob descriptionsO*NET
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Inspect and test installed pipe systems
+Inspect the newly installed medical gas run at Mercy Clinic, perform pressure and leak tests per code, record…
Inspect and test installed pipe systems
+Inspect the newly installed medical gas run at Mercy Clinic, perform pressure and leak tests per code, record test pressures and duration, note any failed joints or repairs needed, photograph the failed sections, and email the signed inspection sheet to Facilities by end of day today.
The tools that do the workDrawing and draftingESCOjob descriptions
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Anchor steel supports from ceiling joists to hold pipes in place.
+Secure the new main above Suite 4 by anchoring two steel channel supports to the ceiling joists at the…
Anchor steel supports from ceiling joists to hold pipes in place.
+Secure the new main above Suite 4 by anchoring two steel channel supports to the ceiling joists at the engineered locations, weld the hanger brackets, torque the anchor bolts to spec, photograph completed supports, and update the job sheet for sign-off by the site supervisor.
The tools that do the workAEC Design Group CADPIPEO*NET
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Keep records of work assignments.
+Log today’s assignments: crew names, start and finish times, task codes, materials used, and any change…
Keep records of work assignments.
+Log today’s assignments: crew names, start and finish times, task codes, materials used, and any change orders for Project 78, attach photos where relevant, then send the daily work report to office admin before 6pm.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft OfficeO*NET
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Install fixtures, appliances, or equipment designed to reduce water or energy consumption.
+Install low-flow lavatory aerators and a high-efficiency shower valve in Apartment 2B, verify flow rates meet…
Install fixtures, appliances, or equipment designed to reduce water or energy consumption.
+Install low-flow lavatory aerators and a high-efficiency shower valve in Apartment 2B, verify flow rates meet the specified gallons per minute, record serial numbers and warranty info, demonstrate operation to the tenant, and file the compliance sticker and installation note in the unit file.
The tools that do the workAutodesk BuildingO*NET
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Inspect work sites for obstructions or holes that could cause structural weakness.
+Walk every trench and mechanical room at the 7th Street retrofit, flag and photograph any holes, gaps, or…
Inspect work sites for obstructions or holes that could cause structural weakness.
+Walk every trench and mechanical room at the 7th Street retrofit, flag and photograph any holes, gaps, or obstructed pipe chases that weaken supports, mark exact locations on the as-built plan, and send a short risk note to Foreman Garcia by 5pm today.
The tools that do the workDrawing and draftingO*NET
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Control or operate equipment to circulate liquids
+Start the chilled-water loop in Boiler Room B, run the circulation pump at low speed for ten minutes, monitor…
Control or operate equipment to circulate liquids
+Start the chilled-water loop in Boiler Room B, run the circulation pump at low speed for ten minutes, monitor flow and pressure at the inlet and outlet, stabilize temperatures, then report any cavitation or vibration to Lead Tech Ramon before increasing speed.
The tools that do the workAutodesk Buildingjob descriptions
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Signal other workers to operate pumps and valves
+Stand at the east valve bank and coordinate with John on the control panel: when I flash the orange lamp,…
Signal other workers to operate pumps and valves
+Stand at the east valve bank and coordinate with John on the control panel: when I flash the orange lamp, open pump A; when I wave both hands, open pump B; confirm each action verbally on the radio and log the time in the handover sheet.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft Officejob descriptions
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Verify product movement and meter operation
+Check the supermarket riser meters and downstream pressure gauges during the afternoon shift, walk the…
Verify product movement and meter operation
+Check the supermarket riser meters and downstream pressure gauges during the afternoon shift, walk the service route to verify each meter is turning, note any discrepancies or stalled meters, and email a concise test summary with readings to Claudia and the procurement lead.
The tools that do the workIntuit QuickBooksjob descriptions
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Read and analyze specifications and test results
+Review the test certificates and material specifications for the new gas mains, compare weld test results and…
Read and analyze specifications and test results
+Review the test certificates and material specifications for the new gas mains, compare weld test results and hydrostatic pressures against the spec limits, annotate any failures on the test sheet, and hand the packet to Safety Officer Lee by tomorrow morning.
The tools that do the workCOADE CAESAR IIjob descriptions
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Record and compile operating data
+Collect today's pump runtimes, flow rates, and meter reads across zones A–D, compile them into the operating…
Record and compile operating data
+Collect today's pump runtimes, flow rates, and meter reads across zones A–D, compile them into the operating log with timestamps, calculate daily totals and flag any outliers, then circulate the summary to Maintenance and Finance at 17:00.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft Exceljob descriptions
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Perform pressure tests on systems
+Perform a full pressure test on the hot water and fire-suppression mains today, isolate and cap open ends,…
Perform pressure tests on systems
+Perform a full pressure test on the hot water and fire-suppression mains today, isolate and cap open ends, record test pressures and hold times on the site log, photograph gauge readings at start and finish, and report any drops over 5 psi to Mark on maintenance before demobilising.
The tools that do the workBentley Systems AutoPIPEjob descriptions
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Test systems and make adjustments safely and following regulations
+Test each gas and domestic water system zone under service, adjust regulators and relief settings where…
Test systems and make adjustments safely and following regulations
+Test each gas and domestic water system zone under service, adjust regulators and relief settings where pressures exceed code, verify shutoff and venting procedures, log compliance readings, and notify Safety Officer Jenna immediately of any noncompliant condition before leaving site.
The tools that do the workCOADE CAESAR IIESCO
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Place sanitary equipment
+Set out and install the toilets, sinks and urinals marked on drawing A2, level and secure waste connections,…
Place sanitary equipment
+Set out and install the toilets, sinks and urinals marked on drawing A2, level and secure waste connections, run water service to fixtures, leak-test each trap and supply, note any obstructions on the plan, and hand a signed installation checklist to Foreman Luis.
The tools that do the workDrawing and draftingESCO
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Drawing and drafting
+Update the house lateral and fixture plan into the drawing and drafting showing new hot water return, valve…
Drawing and drafting
+Update the house lateral and fixture plan into the drawing and drafting showing new hot water return, valve tags, cleanout access, and as-built notes so I can hand the plumber crew the revised routing on Wednesday morning.
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