What is the job purpose of a plumber?

A plumber, or plumbing maintenance technician, is a qualified tradesman who is responsible for installing, inspecting and repairing the pipes and plumbing systems that are manufactured. A plumber installs, repairs and maintains water and gas supply lines and all related accessories, such as toilets and water heaters, in residential and commercial buildings. A plumber is a professional responsible for installing, repairing and maintaining pipes in commercial structures, such as apartment buildings or residential housing. They collaborate with other construction professionals, such as general contractors, to ensure that everything goes as planned during renovations or new ones constructions.

Plumbers install and repair plumbing systems in residential and commercial properties. They also install accessories and appliances related to heating, cooling and sanitation systems. Attending job fairs is a great way to get a plumbing apprenticeship or even a plumbing job for beginners. Thousands of companies are looking for plumbers and some offer practical training with technical instruction.

It's important that you have some kind of general work experience if you're trying to get a job as an apprentice plumber. Increase your salary potential and job opportunities by obtaining specialized plumbing certifications, such as plumbing design, drainage systems, or computer-aided design (CAD) software, which uses 3D images to help design plumbing systems for large projects.

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