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Clean Water is important for any society to function and plumbers have dedicated their skills for this exact purpose. Plumbing is a great choice as an occupation as it's employment sector is predicted to grow by 4% between 2019 to 2029. Even with fluctuations, the demand for clean supply of water doesn't change which makes this a promising line of work. Learn what it takes to become a plumber in USA and the different regulation of each state with respect to the field. Follow Smarter Plumbers
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The world of plumbing • According to the official statistics provided by the United States Department of Labor, there are currently around 490,200 people working as plumbers in the Usa. The greatest contribution of the field of plumbing has most definitely been its ability to ensure the safe and hygienic use of water. It looks after public health and welfare and has evolved as a powerful economic engine. it might be susceptible to fluctuations in the economy. However, the maintenance of pipe systems continues even during economic recessions, as a result of which, employment and job security is relatively stable in this field. As a crucial industry with high demand, the importance of plumbers in our daily lives is undeniable. Let’s dive into the details of the work environment, the diverse aspects of the job, its positioning in the occupational world and a step by step guide on how to become a licensed plumber in the United States of America.
JOB OUTLOOK Employment in the plumbing sector is expected to grow by 4% between 2019 and 2029. A plumber’s earnings vary depending on level of experience and the location of the plumber. As of 2018, plumbers receive a median annual salary of $53,910 that is higher than that of other construction trade workers. The salaries of the bottom 10% to the top 10% go from $32,100 per year to $93,700 per year. As surveys have revealed, it can be a fulfilling career. Licensed plumbers tend to remain in the field for the entirety of their careers, sometimes even after retirement.
DUTIES OF A PLUMBER • The basic job of a plumber involves installing and repairing pipes that supply water and gas to, and carry residue away from homes and business settings. • Plumbers also: • Install plumbing fixtures • Inspect and operate different equipment • Clean drains • Clear obstructions • Maintain septic systems • Train apprentices • Coordinate with other construction workers • Ensure that a property’s plumbing system functions properly • Plumbers may even work right alongside architects and be involved in drafting blueprints to ensure the efficiency of the final product
WORK EVIRONMENT AND DAILY LIFE • Plumbers have to travel to various sites of work every day LIKE factory settings and office buildings. They have to work in indoor or outdoor conditions, and sometimes even in poor weather conditions. • Plumbing is a full-time job and work is not categorised into shifts. Work may be scheduled or unplanned. A plumber must always be available on call.
HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO BECOME A PLUMBER • It usually takes 4-5 years to become a licensed plumber. those interested in the plumbing profession can start preparing for their occupation by taking classes right from high school. A high school diploma or equivalent is required to become a plumber. Vocational technical schools offer a number of technical training courses that help in performing plumbing tasks. • Plumbers must also have clean criminal, driving and drug records.
PLUMBING SCHOLARSHIPS A NUMBER OF INSTITUTES ALSO OFFER SCHOLARSHIPS FOR PLUMBING COURSES: • American Society of Plumbing Engineers • World Plumbing Council • Nexstar Legacy Foundation • PHCC Educational Foundation • San Jose Plumbing Scholarship
HOW TO BECOME AN APPRENTICE PLUMBER • A formal educational and training HELPS WHILE APPLYING FOR AN apprenticeship. AN APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM INVOLVES TRAINING BY A SENIOR LICENSED PLUMBER. THESE programmes usually last from about 2- 5 years. Plumbers develop their skills fully DURING this apprenticeship AND RECEIVE BOTH CLASSROOM AND ON-THE-JOB TRAINING. A NUMBER OF LEGITIMATE PLUMBING APPRENTICESHIPS ARE OFFERED BY LABOR UNIONS. THESE PROGRAMS COVER A WIDE RANGE OF TOPICS from installation of pipes to reading of blueprints.
HOW TO BECOME A LICENSED PLUMBER • After the completion of apprenticeship programmes, plumbers are required to pass the licensing exam (The Journeyman Plumber Exam) in order to become journey-level workers who are then legally allowed to practise the plumbing trade independently. After having gained several years of experience, plumbers can take another exam and move further up to earn a master status. Once plumbers earn their license, some of them are hired as full-time employees, while others work independently as freelancers or contractors. PLUMBERS MUST ABIDE BY THE RULES OF THE STATE. • license renewal may be mandatory annually or every three to five years. • However, keeping in mind the different situations in different states, it can be said that changes in the licensing legislation may keep occurring from time to time. • Most states also require plumbers to carry a Plumber’s Liability Insurance or a Worker’s Compensation Insurance if they wish to acquire a license and be certified.
QUALITIES OF A PLUMBER • A GOOD PLUMBER MUST BE: • CERTIFIED • EXPERIENCED • COMPETENT • REPUTABLE AND RELIABLE • MECHANICALLY INCLINED • PUNCTUAL • DEDICATED • DEXTEROUS • PHYSICALLY STRONG AND IN GOOD SHAPE • IN POSSESSION OF EFFECTIVE COORDIANTION, COMMUNICATION AND PROBLEM SOLVING SKILLS • ABLE TO PRIORITISE SAFETY
IT IS EXTREMELY IMPORTANT FOR PLUMBERS TO AVE AN UNDYING PASSION FOR THEIR JOB AND DEVOTE THEMSELVES TO THEIR WORK WITH UTMOST DEDICATION.
PLUMBING HAS ALWAYS BEEN CONSIDERED A MALE-DOMINATED PROFESSION. HOWEVER, THERE HAS BEEN A GROWING AWARNESS ABOUT PLUMBING AMONG WOMEN TOO. A NUMBER OF WOMEN ALSO OWN PLUMBING ORGANISATIONS TODAY.
Present and Future of the Plumbing Industry • The plumbing profession is expected to provide good employment opportunities in the foreseeable future. A growth in the renovation and construction business faced with a shortage of qualified, licensed plumbers could create demand in the field. A considerable number of openings are likely to spring up in the field of plumbing. • With the spread of the Covid-19 pandemic, we stand today at a crucial juncture with the world having to combat one of the toughest challenges in history. The immense importance of plumbing can be gauged in such a situation where one of the easiest yet effective ways to control this dreadful disease is by washing our hands. With the shortage of clean water and the necessity of ensuring proper sanitation, our plumbers have been entrusted with a lot of responsibility. The slogan “The plumbers protect the health of the nation”, stands truer than ever today. Plumbing has also been declared as an essential service and plumbing professionals are now in the heart of America’s attempt to ensure safety. They have been at a greater risk of being exposed to the virus, but they have taken the challenge head-on to protect the health of the citizens. • A career in the plumbing sector is likely to pose exciting challenges every day. It offers a diverse range of opportunities and has emerged as a respectable profession that has been attracting young people all over the world.
