Plumbers and pipe fitters

Plumbers and pipe fitters assemble, install, repair and maintain pipe systems, fittings and fixtures for water, gas, drainage, sewerage systems, and hydraulic and pneumatic equipment.

Skill level: Semi-skilled

Check your pay

  • The majority of Plumbers and pipe fitters earn a salary between R4 767 and R20 821 per month in 2024.
  • A monthly wage for entry-level Plumbers and pipe fitters ranges from R4 767 to R11 758.
  • After gaining 5 years of work experience, their income will be between R5 761 and R14 918 per month.

Duties and tasks

  • Examining blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine the layout of plumbing and ventilation systems and materials required
  • Measuring, cutting, threading, bending, jointing, assembling, installing, maintaining and repairing pipes, fittings and fixtures of drainage, heating, ventilation, water supply and sewerage systems
  • Installing gas appliances, dishwashers and water heaters, sinks and toilets using hand and power tools
  • Laying clay, concrete or cast-iron pipes in ditches to form sewers, drains or water mains, or for other purposes
  • Inspecting, examining and testing installed systems and pipes, using pressure gauge, hydrostatic testing, observation or other methods

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