Preparation
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Preparation zone | Zone 2 – Some preparation needed |
| What O*NET says the zone requires | Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is usually needed |
| Broad occupation in O*NET | True (Yes) |
| Skills listed for this occupation | 6 |
| Abilities listed for this occupation | 6 |
| Tasks listed for this occupation | 5 |
| Interest scores given for this occupation | 6 |
Skills
The 6 skills with the highest importance values in this occupation's records.
| Skill | O*NET element | Importance | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Active Listening | 2.A.1.b | 2.88 | 07/2011 |
| Critical Thinking | 2.A.2.a | 2.88 | 07/2011 |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 2.B.4.e | 2.88 | 07/2011 |
| Monitoring | 2.A.2.d | 2.88 | 07/2011 |
| Coordination | 2.B.1.b | 2.75 | 07/2011 |
| Active Learning | 2.A.2.b | 2.62 | 07/2011 |
The importance value is what each record itself carries on O*NET's importance scale; the date is the date in each record.
Abilities
The 6 abilities with the highest importance values in this occupation's records.
| Ability | O*NET element | Importance | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manual Dexterity | 1.A.2.a.2 | 3.75 | 07/2011 |
| Arm-Hand Steadiness | 1.A.2.a.1 | 3.38 | 07/2011 |
| Multilimb Coordination | 1.A.2.b.2 | 3.38 | 07/2011 |
| Extent Flexibility | 1.A.3.c.1 | 3.25 | 07/2011 |
| Near Vision | 1.A.4.a.1 | 3.25 | 07/2011 |
| Oral Comprehension | 1.A.1.a.1 | 3.25 | 07/2011 |
The importance value is what each record itself carries on O*NET's importance scale; the date is the date in each record.
Tasks
The tasks O*NET records for this occupation, with the type, respondent count and date each record carries.
| Task | Type | Incumbents responding | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Measure, cut, thread and assemble new pipe, placing the assembled pipe in hangers or other supports. | Core | 56 | 07/2011 |
| Cut or drill holes in walls or floors to accommodate the passage of pipes. | Core | 57 | 07/2011 |
| Perform rough-ins, repair and replace fixtures and water heaters, and locate, repair, or remove leaking or broken pipes. | Core | 57 | 07/2011 |
| Assist pipe fitters in the layout, assembly, and installation of piping for air, ammonia, gas, and water systems. | Core | 56 | 07/2011 |
| Cut pipe and lift up to fitters. | Core | 56 | 07/2011 |
Work interests
The interest scores O*NET gives this occupation, on the six interest types.
| Interest | Score | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Realistic | 6.84 | 11/2023 |
| Conventional | 3.7 | 11/2023 |
| Social | 1.8 | 11/2023 |
| Enterprising | 1.36 | 11/2023 |
| Investigative | 1.3 | 11/2023 |
| Artistic | 1.0 | 11/2023 |