Task-by-Task Analysis
Here's how AI might impact each core task of a plumber:
Install pipes15% automatable
Repair leaks10% automatable
Read blueprints40% automatable
Inspect systems45% automatable
AI Tools Threatening This Role
AI leak detection
Smart water systems
What AI Can't Replace
Physical work
Custom installations
Emergency repairs
Complex systems
How to Future-Proof Your Career
Master plumber license
Green plumbing
Commercial plumbing
Pipefitting
Key Skills for This Role
Plumbing SystemsProblem SolvingPhysical Strength