MOS 51K Plumber
The plumber installs and repairs pipe systems and fixtures, and petroleum pipeline systems. Duties for MOS 51K at each level of skill are:
a. Major duties.
(1) MOSC 51K1O. Assists in installation and repair of pipe systems, plumbing fixtures, and equipment. Reads and interprets drawings, plans, and specifications. Connects pipe sections using appropriate valves, couplings, reducers and other fittings by threading, bolting, soldering, and other established joining procedures. Assists in performance of combat engineer missions.
(2) MOSC 51K2O. Reads and interprets drawings, plans, and specifications to determine layout and identify types and quantities of materials required. Installs and repairs pipe systems, plumbing fixtures and equipment. Conducts inspection of plumbing facilities and ensures employment of proper safety procedures.
b. Physical demands rating and qualifications for initial award of MOS.
Plumbers must possess the following qualifications:
(1) A physical demands rating of very heavy.
(2) A physical profile of 111221.
(3) Normal color vision.
(4) A minimum score of 90 in aptitude area GM.
(5) Freedom from vertigo to permit climbing, balancing and working in high places.
(6) Formal training (completion of MOS 51K course conducted under the auspices of the USA Engineer School) mandatory or meet civilian acquired skills criteria outlined in AR 601-210.
c. Additional skill identifiers.
(1) P5-Master Fitness Trainer.
(2) 4A-Reclassification Training.
d. Physical requirements and standards of grade.
Physical requirements and SG relating to each skill level are listed in the following tables:
(1) Table 10-51K-1. Physical requirements.
(2) Table 10-51K-2. Standards of grade TOE/MTOE.
(3) Table 10-51K-3. Standards of grade TDA.
