Group
Occupation
363933 Mechanical Services Plumber
Latest release
OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
Reference period
2024, Version 1.0
Released
6/12/2024
363933 Mechanical Services Plumber
Installs, maintains and repairs piping (excluding drinking water and refrigerant pipework, flow controls and components), ducting and equipment for heating, cooling and ventilation of buildings or vessels.
Registration or licensing is required.
Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technicians are excluded from this occupation. Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technicians are included in Occupation 382131 Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technician.
Skill level: 3
Main tasks
- Assembles and installs mechanical services plant, air handling and conditioning equipment, and small-bore heating systems
- Maintains and repairs piping (excluding drinking water and refrigerant pipework, flow controls and components), ducting, and equipment for heating, cooling and ventilation systems
- Installs, maintains and tests medical gas systems
- Fabricates and installs sheet metal ductwork around installed systems
- Insulates piping used for hot water or steam pipes