For Army 12K Plumber work, the official role source describes The plumber installs and repairs pipe systems and fixtures, and petroleum pipeline systems., Repairs valves and fixtures control devices, steel, plastic, and copper pipes, cast iron pipes, and PEX pipes., and Maintains plumbing tools, grades sewer lines, tests waste and water systems, clears waste systems stoppages, identifies plumbing materials, winterizes water systems, interprets plumbing prints and drawings, prepares a material takeoff list, and rescues an electrical shock victim.. Keep only the parts that match your own assignment.
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$63,800
Median national pay for Plumber, Pipefitter, and Steamfitter
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Assemble, install, alter, and repair pipelines or pipe systems that carry water, steam, air, or other liquids or gases. May install heating and cooling equipment and mechanical control systems. Includes sprinkler fitters.
Typical national pay$50,190–$85,110Median $63,800 · BLS OEWS 2025
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Shut off steam, water, or other gases or liquids from pipe sections, using valve keys or wrenches.
Install underground storm, sanitary, or water piping systems, extending piping as needed to connect fixtures and plumbing.
Assemble pipe sections, tubing, or fittings, using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking, or soldering, brazing, or welding equipment.
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Plumber, Pipefitter, and Steamfitter
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Summary
Plumber assembling, installing, and repairing pipelines and pipe systems for water, steam, air, and other liquids or gases, while also installing heating and cooling equipment and directing helpers in plumbing tasks
Experience
Plumber, Pipefitter, and Steamfitter
Where you worked
Month Year to Month Year
Installed underground storm, sanitary, or water piping systems to connect fixtures and plumbing
Assembled pipe sections, tubing, or fittings using couplings, clamps, screws, and welding equipment
Cut, threaded, or hammered pipes to specifications using saws, cutting torches, and pipe benders
Reviewed blueprints, building codes, or specifications to determine work details or procedures
Inspected, examined, or tested installed systems or pipe lines using pressure gauges and hydrostatic testing
Directed helpers engaged in pipe cutting, preassembly, or installation of plumbing systems
Operated motorized pumps to remove water from flooded manholes, basements, or facility floors
Skills
Hands-On Work
Installing plumbing, Welding metal components, Installing green plumbing
Technical Skills
Maintaining plumbing fixtures, Repairing mechanical parts
Checking & Planning
Inspecting plumbing systems, Inspecting work sites, Measuring materials for installation, Estimating construction costs
Core Skills
Reviewing blueprints and specifications
Education
Certificate Your training program, Year
Certifications & Licenses
State license for this work Your state board, Year
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The plumber installs and repairs pipe systems and fixtures, and petroleum pipeline systems.
Repairs valves and fixtures control devices, steel, plastic, and copper pipes, cast iron pipes, and PEX pipes.
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