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PLUMBING AND HEATING DESCRIPTION Plumbers and pipefitters work in both home and commercial sites. They construct and repair drainage, water feeds, and gas lines as well as maintain these systems through scheduled maintenance. WORK CONDITIONS Plumbers work in a physical environment requiring lifting and carrying of heavy pipes and installing equipment in small confined areas. Some work needs to be performed outdoors, therefore, the worker is subjected to the environment. TRAITS COMMON TO SUCCESSFUL STUDENTS 1. A serious and sincere Desire to Learn a Trade 2. Good Physical Strength 3. Dependability 4. Ability to Follow Directions 5. Adequate Math Skills 6. Cooperative and agreeable Attitude 7. Good Communication Skills JOB OUTLOOK FOR THE YEAR 2005 Job growth for the year 2005 is expected to keep pace with the average. TEXT FOR THIS COURSE IS WRITTEN ON THE 10th GRADE LEVEL |