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
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- Salary range for the majority of workers in Plumbers and pipe fitters - from $5,462 to $8,810 per month - 2025.
- A Plumbers and pipe fitters typically earns between $5,462 and $8,288 gross per month at the start of the job.
- After 5 years of service, this is between $5,564 and $8,498 per month for a working week of 38 hours.
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- A Plumber in Australian Capital Territory in manufacturing earned minimum $85,000.00 and maximum $105,000.00 per year in 2022.
- A Plumber in Australian Capital Territory in manufacturing earned minimum $50,000.00 and maximum $70,000.00 per year in 2022.
- A Plumber in New South Wales in manufacturing earned minimum $85,000.00 and maximum $105,000.00 per year in 2022.
Job Responsibilities
- 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
