Plumber jobs in Finland
Plumbers maintain and install water, gas and sewage systems. They inspect pipes and fixtures on a regular basis or make repairs as needed. They bend, cut, and install pipes. They test systems and make adjustments safely and following regulations. They place sanitary equipment.
Plumber – how much is the pay in Finland?
What the trade paid in 2024
| Median | 20.73 €/h |
|---|---|
| Bottom tenth | 16 €/h |
| Top tenth | 26.85 €/h |
| Employees | 13,315 |
Pay by sex, 2024
| Sex | Median | Employees |
|---|---|---|
| Women | 18.06 €/h | 239 |
| Men | 20.76 €/h | 13,076 |
Plumber - Which skills are essential?
Remove taps using the appropriate tool, such as a tap wrench, a monkey wrench or a ratcheting wrench. Perform the same operations to replace the tap with a repaired or new one.
A variety of common plumbing tools and their usage cases, limitations and risks.
Apply ergonomy principles in the organisation of the workplace while manually handling equipment and materials.
Use the appropriate copper pipes to serve as gas lines. Cut the pipes to size and remove any sharp ridges after cutting. Flare the ends with the right size flare to facilitate the attachment of connectors. Avoid kinking the pipe and discard any kinked piping.
Stretch a line covered in fine, non-staining chalk between two points and snap it against a surface to produce a straight line.
Operate welding equipment in a safe manner; use welding techniques such as shielded metal arc welding or flux-cored arc welding.
Bring construction materials, tools and equipment to the construction site and store them properly taking various aspects into account such as the workers' safety and protection from deterioration.
Check construction supplies for damage, moisture, loss or other problems before using the material.
Check the water pressure in a water circulation system, using a built-in gauge or by attaching a water pressure gauge onto a pipe. In the case of a stand-alone gauge, be sure to depressurise the system before attaching the gauge.
Lay different types and sizes of PVC piping in prepared spaces. Cut the piping to size and attach it by using glue or other systems. Make sure the piping has a clean edge, is free of strains and has the right tilt for fluids to run through.
A variety of types of piping and piping materials. PVC, CPVC, PEX, copper, and the advantages, usage cases, risks, and costs of each.
Safely install gas pipes and tubes made of steel or copper. Install all necessary connectors and modern ball valves. Test the pipe to make sure there are no leaks.
Apply the relevant health and safety procedures in construction in order to prevent accidents, pollution and other risks.
Install systems of pipes, drains, fittings, valves, and fixtures designed for the distribution of potable water for drinking, heating, washing and waste removal.
Remove organic materials and other debris from pipes, usually using a snake, a long device that is pushed down the pipes.
Interpret and understand plans and drawings in manufacturing processes which include representations in three dimensions.
Make attachments between PEX pipes and between PEX and other materials. Put a copper crimp ring around both ends. Insert a connector piece between the cable ends and use the appropriate size crimp tool to crimp the rings. Check the crimp operation using a go-no-go tool.
Use different measurement instruments depending on the property to be measured. Utilise various instruments to measure length, area, volume, speed, energy, force, and others.
Use elements of protective clothing such as steel-tipped shoes, and gear such as protective goggles, in order to minimise risk of accidents in construction and to mitigate any injury if an accident does occur.
Interpret and understand plans and drawings in manufacturing processes which include representations in two dimensions.
Place sanitary equipment, such as toilets and sinks. Attach the equipment securely to walls and floors. Install taps and water disposal pipes.
Plumber - Which skills are useful but not essential?
Apply specialised membranes to prevent penetration of a structure by dampness or water. Securely seal any perforation to preserve the damp-proof or waterproof properties of the membrane. Make sure any membranes overlap top over bottom to prevent water from seeping in. Check the compatibility of multiple membranes used together.
Physical laws, qualities and applications of liquid or water pressure.
Make up prices and documents for the products that customers may purchase.
Place the appropriate filtration units for water filtration and connect them to the source and destination pipes. Make sure the filtration units are accessible for maintenance and to replace filters if necessary.
Place solar water heaters, which use sunlight to heat water. Find a good location for the heaters, often on the roof of a structure, place them, and connect them to the water supply. Set up the water heater for use.
Use different types of drywall sanders, automatic or manual, handheld or on an extension, to sand surfaces to a smooth finish or to rough them up for better adhesion.
Cover floors, ceiling, skirting boards and any other surfaces with various materials such as plastic or textile to keep them from being damaged or stained when performing construction or renovation work like painting or plastering.
Evaluate how much stock is used and determine what should be ordered.
Work as part of a team in a construction project. Communicate efficiently, sharing information with team members and reporting to supervisors. Follow instructions and adapt to changes in a flexible manner.
Keep the working area and equipment clean and orderly.
Take measurements on site and estimate the amount of materials required for the construction or restoration project.
Apply a layer of protective solutions such as permethrine to protect the product from damage such as corrosion, fire or parasites, using a spray gun or paintbrush.
File and organise personal administration documents comprehensively.
Order required materials for the construction project, taking care to purchase the most suitable material for a good price.
Read and interpret such technical resources such as digital or paper drawings and adjustment data in order to properly set up a machine or working tool, or to assemble mechanical equipment.
Receive incoming construction supplies, handle the transaction and enter the supplies into any internal administration system.
Operate cutting and measuring instruments in order to cut/shape pieces of metal into given dimensions.
Cut a narrow channel in a wall or other partition in order to run cables through it. Cut the channel straight and without causing unnecessary damage. Be sure to avoid existent wires. Lead the cables through the chase and fill it up with the appropriate material.
Maintain records of the progress of the work including time, defects, malfunctions, etc.
Perform bending techniques in order to shape metal sheets into parts used in the manufacture of objects.
Set up a variety of temporary infrastructure used on building sites. Put up fences and signs. Set up any construction trailers and make sure that these are connected to electricity lines and water supply. Establish supplies stores and garbage disposal in a sensible manner.