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Duties and Tasks for: Plumber

• Installs bath plumbing systems in manufactured buildings, according to blueprints: Reads blueprints to determine type of plumbing system required.
• Writes cutting list that specifies sizes and quantity of copper pipe to be cut by PLUMBING ASSEMBLER-INSTALLER.
• Marks locations and bores holes in floor joists for pipes, using tape measure, template, and power auger.
• Selects and inserts precut pieces of copper tubing and fittings in holes.
• Connects tubing and fittings, using solder paste or solder and torch, to form sewer, drain, and water lines.
• Selects plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, and tubs, from storage.
• Squares tubing projecting through floor to ensure snug fit of fixtures, using square, wedges, and hammer, and solders fixtures to tubing.
• Squares fixtures with level.
• May direct workers engaged in preassembly and installation of wall systems, such as risers, air chambers, and shower assemblies.