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Comparisons of Job Characteristics
Focus Occupation:
Pipelayers (47-2151)
Associated Occupation:
Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters (47-2152)
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| Knowledge | Similarity of Focus Occupation to Associated Occupation: 89 | ||||
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| Focus Occupation: Pipelayers (47-2151) Associated Occupation: Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters (47-2152) |
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| Associated Occupation’s Key Knowledge Elements | Average Rating, All Occupations | Associated Occupation’s Rating | Focus Occupation’s Rating | Evaluation of Focus Occupation | |
| Mechanical | 6.8 | 17.0 | 8.1 | << | Extensive education and/or training may be required |
| Building and Construction | 4.0 | 16.6 | 6.9 | << | Extensive education and/or training may be required |
| Design | 5.2 | 11.2 | 3.5 | << | Extensive education and/or training may be required |
| Mathematics | 9.2 | 11.0 | 5.6 | << | Extensive education and/or training may be required |
| Physics | 4.3 | 9.6 | 3.1 | << | Extensive education and/or training may be required |
| Engineering and Technology | 5.7 | 9.1 | 2.4 | << | Extensive education and/or training may be required |
The maximum possible rating is 25.
Source: Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development, Research and Analysis Section analysis of O*NET (Occupation Information Network) data.
| Skills | Similarity of Focus Occupation to Associated Occupation: 84 | ||||
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| Focus Occupation: Pipelayers (47-2151) Associated Occupation: Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters (47-2152) |
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| Associated Occupation’s Key Skills Elements | Average Rating, All Occupations | Associated Occupation’s Rating | Focus Occupation’s Rating | Evaluation of Focus Occupation | |
| Operation and Control | 5.4 | 8.7 | 9.2 | 0 | Current skill level may be sufficient |
| Quality Control Analysis | 5.9 | 8.7 | 8.2 | 0 | Current skill level may be sufficient |
| Repairing | 3.4 | 8.4 | 7.3 | < | A higher skill level may be required |
| Troubleshooting | 4.5 | 8.4 | 7.5 | < | A higher skill level may be required |
| Equipment Maintenance | 3.5 | 7.5 | 6.7 | < | A higher skill level may be required |
| Equipment Selection | 3.3 | 6.0 | 6.4 | 0 | Current skill level may be sufficient |
| Installation | 1.7 | 5.5 | 3.7 | << | Extensive development of skills in this area may be required |
The maximum possible rating is 25.
Source: Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development, Research and Analysis Section analysis of O*NET (Occupation Information Network) data.
| Abilities | Similarity of Focus Occupation to Associated Occupation: 88 | ||||
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| Focus Occupation: Pipelayers (47-2151) Associated Occupation: Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters (47-2152) |
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| Associated Occupation’s Key Abilities Elements | Average Rating, All Occupations | Associated Occupation’s Rating | Focus Occupation’s Rating | Evaluation of Focus Occupation | |
| Arm-Hand Steadiness | 6.8 | 11.8 | 10.1 | < | Some improvement in abilities may be required |
| Extent Flexibility | 4.8 | 11.5 | 8.5 | << | Extensive improvement in abilities may be required |
| Visualization | 7.5 | 11.2 | 7.5 | << | Extensive improvement in abilities may be required |
| Finger Dexterity | 7.6 | 11.1 | 7.6 | << | Extensive improvement in abilities may be required |
| Multilimb Coordination | 6.0 | 11.1 | 8.6 | < | Some improvement in abilities may be required |
| Gross Body Equilibrium | 3.2 | 8.0 | 3.8 | << | Extensive improvement in abilities may be required |
| Gross Body Coordination | 3.9 | 7.4 | 4.5 | << | Extensive improvement in abilities may be required |
| Speed of Limb Movement | 3.2 | 6.3 | 4.2 | << | Extensive improvement in abilities may be required |
| Spatial Orientation | 2.7 | 5.8 | 4.0 | << | Extensive improvement in abilities may be required |
The maximum possible rating is 25.
Source: Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development, Research and Analysis Section analysis of O*NET (Occupation Information Network) data.
| Activities that Both Occupations Have in Common | Similarity of Focus Occupation to Associated Occupation: 94 | |
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| Focus Occupation: Pipelayers (47-2151) Associated Occupation: Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters (47-2152) |
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| Work Activities | Exclusivity of Activity | |
| Adhere to safety procedures | 12 | |
| Apply adhesives, caulking, sealants, or coatings | 45 | |
| Assemble and install pipe sections, fittings, or plumbing fixtures | 71 | |
| Build or repair structures in construction, repair, or manufacturing setting | 54 | |
| Cut, shape, fit, or join wood or other construction materials | 58 | |
| Fabricate, assemble, or disassemble manufactured products by hand | 11 | |
| Install underground storm, sanitation, or water piping systems | 99 | |
| Lay out piping systems | 99 | |
| Move or fit heavy objects | 8 | |
| Operate power driven pumps | 66 | |
| Perform safety inspections in construction or resource extraction setting | 46 | |
| Read blueprints | 10 | |
| Read specifications | 23 | |
| Read tape measure | 41 | |
| Read technical drawings | 7 | |
| Understand construction specifications | 53 | |
| Use acetylene welding/cutting torch | 54 | |
| Use arc welding equipment | 62 | |
| Use basic plumbing techniques | 72 | |
| Use building or land use regulations | 65 | |
| Use combination welding procedures | 68 | |
| Use hand or power tools | 2 | |
| Use hazardous materials information | 35 | |
| Use measuring devices in construction or extraction work | 41 | |
| Use pipe fitting equipment | 80 | |
| Use pressure gauges | 76 | |
| Verify levelness or verticality, using level or plumb bob | 72 | |
| Weld together metal parts, components, or structures | 54 | |
Not all positions in these occupations will necessarily perform all of the listed activities. The exclusivity rating is an indication of how unique the activity is amongst all occupations. The maximum rating is 100. High scores indicate that only a small number of occupations engage in that activity.
Source: Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development, Research and Analysis Section analysis of O*NET (Occupation Information Network) data.
| Tools and Technologies that Both Occupations Have in Common | Similarity of Focus Occupation to Associated Occupation: 93 | |
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| Focus Occupation: Pipelayers (47-2151) Associated Occupation: Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters (47-2152) |
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| Tools and Technologies | Exclusivity | |
| Aerial lifts | 13 | |
| Cleaning equipment | 11 | |
| Compressors | 9 | |
| Computer printers | 2 | |
| Computers | 1 | |
| Content authoring and editing software | 1 | |
| Dispensing tools | 6 | |
| Drilling and operation machinery | 29 | |
| Earth moving machinery | 11 | |
| Electrical measuring and testing equipment | 7 | |
| Face and head protection | 7 | |
| Forming tools | 2 | |
| Gas analyzers and monitors | 10 | |
| Holding and clamping tools | 3 | |
| Indicating and recording instruments | 2 | |
| Ladders and scaffolding | 6 | |
| Length and thickness and distance measuring instruments | 2 | |
| Lifting equipment and accessories | 3 | |
| Machine tools | 7 | |
| Measuring and layout tools | 3 | |
| Metal bending and forming machinery | 17 | |
| Pneumatic tools | 8 | |
| Power generators | 16 | |
| Power tools | 2 | |
| Pressure measuring and control instruments | 10 | |
| Prying and bending tools | 10 | |
| Pumps | 9 | |
| Rough and finishing tools | 5 | |
| Soldering and brazing and welding machinery and supplies | 6 | |
| Tool attachments and accessories | 12 | |
| Wrenches and drivers | 2 | |
Not all positions in these occupations will necessarily use all of the listed tools and technologies. The exclusivity rating is an indication of how unique the tool or technology is amongst all occupations. The maximum rating is 100. High scores indicate that only a small number of occupations use that tool or technology.
Source: Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development, Research and Analysis Section analysis of O*NET (Occupation Information Network) data.
