The plumbing industry offers a wide range of occupations in various specialities. Here are some of the different types of plumbing work available:
Water plumbing
A water plumber will install, remove, repair and maintain hot and cold water pipes and fittings.
Sanitary plumbing
A sanitary plumber will install, remove, renew, repair and maintain sanitary pipes, including the ventilation of those pipes and the fitting to receive and convey sewage.
Drainage
A drainer will install, repair and maintain pipes in stormwater and sewerage systems and drains. These plumbers may also install septic tanks, holding wells, sullage pits and absorption tanks.
Mechanical services
Work on heating, cooling or ventilation of buildings which may include installation, removal, repair and maintenance of pipes, valves, regulators, tanks, evaporative cooling, ventilation and air conditioning systems.
Roofing
A roofing plumber installs, renews, repairs and maintenance of metal roof water systems such as flashings, gutters, rainwater piping, downpipe and other accessories on residential, industrial and commercial buildings. The work conducted by roofing plumbers includes working outdoors and safely in heights.
Gas services
A gas fitter installs, disconnects, repairs and maintains gas lines, meters, regulators, hot water systems and appliances associated with ventilation equipment involving gases such as fuel, liquefied petroleum, manufactured and natural gases.
Once candidates have completed their certification, students will then be eligible for a full time position in any of these career paths and be able to work within the plumbing industry work within companies both commercial and residential in need of your newly developed plumbing skills.