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Plumbers Are Worthy of More Praise
Art Gib recently asked:
There are a few “dirty jobs” in the United States that some people consider to be undesirable or somehow beneath them. These are the kinds of jobs that many people see as holding a low status level and are looked down upon by many white collar workers. These jobs usually offer very hard work, very little pay, and almost no appreciation. That said, these are the jobs that make all of our lives easier: appliance repair men, factory workers, maintenance men, and plumbers.
Plumbers, perhaps, are one of the least appreciated groups as few people have the burning desire to work with toilets and sewage systems as a profession. But plumbers obviously do more than that. They deal in all sorts of home repairs including piping, heating and cooling, leaks, frozen pipes and, yes, sewage and septic issues. If you have ever called a plumber, you more than likely were dealing with an urgent situation. This is another reason that plumbers are not usually given the credit that they probably deserve.
Many plumbers operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week and much of their work is done to repair “emergencies.” Not only do they often operate under pretty high levels of stress, but they also seem to get very little recognition for their services. Some people are under the impression that they are overpaid for what they do, but in reality, based on the hours they work and the nature of the services they provide, plumbers are very undervalued.
The difference in plumbers and white collar workers probably comes down to training. As a contrast, let’s compare plumbers with lawyers in San Jose, California. Lawyers are highly specialized and require years and years of training. For this dedication and training they are awarded salaries that can reach seven figures for a general attorney practice in San Jose. Plumbers, on the other hand, also require significant and specialized training but this can usually be done in only a couple of years. Lawyers are required to receive the vast majority of their training in formal education avenues while plumbers continue to grow and learn while they are on the job. For this “real world” training, a San Jose plumber is paid, on average, around $37,000.
Most people would be quick to point out the cost and hard work that goes into becoming a lawyer and how that is directly correlated to the salaries that they receive. But how many people use a lawyer on a regular basis? Furthermore, how many people can honestly say that they TRUST their lawyers? While most people keep their plumber’s phone number on file for years, few people show that dedication and commitment to a lawyer.
Plumbers are definitely undervalued, underpaid, and for most people, underappreciated. Keep that in mind the next time your toilet is clogged or your pipes freeze over, and remember to have a little more patience.
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There are a few “dirty jobs” in the United States that some people consider to be undesirable or somehow beneath them. These are the kinds of jobs that many people see as holding a low status level and are looked down upon by many white collar workers. These jobs usually offer very hard work, very little pay, and almost no appreciation. That said, these are the jobs that make all of our lives easier: appliance repair men, factory workers, maintenance men, and plumbers.
Plumbers, perhaps, are one of the least appreciated groups as few people have the burning desire to work with toilets and sewage systems as a profession. But plumbers obviously do more than that. They deal in all sorts of home repairs including piping, heating and cooling, leaks, frozen pipes and, yes, sewage and septic issues. If you have ever called a plumber, you more than likely were dealing with an urgent situation. This is another reason that plumbers are not usually given the credit that they probably deserve.
Many plumbers operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week and much of their work is done to repair “emergencies.” Not only do they often operate under pretty high levels of stress, but they also seem to get very little recognition for their services. Some people are under the impression that they are overpaid for what they do, but in reality, based on the hours they work and the nature of the services they provide, plumbers are very undervalued.
The difference in plumbers and white collar workers probably comes down to training. As a contrast, let’s compare plumbers with lawyers in San Jose, California. Lawyers are highly specialized and require years and years of training. For this dedication and training they are awarded salaries that can reach seven figures for a general attorney practice in San Jose. Plumbers, on the other hand, also require significant and specialized training but this can usually be done in only a couple of years. Lawyers are required to receive the vast majority of their training in formal education avenues while plumbers continue to grow and learn while they are on the job. For this “real world” training, a San Jose plumber is paid, on average, around $37,000.
Most people would be quick to point out the cost and hard work that goes into becoming a lawyer and how that is directly correlated to the salaries that they receive. But how many people use a lawyer on a regular basis? Furthermore, how many people can honestly say that they TRUST their lawyers? While most people keep their plumber’s phone number on file for years, few people show that dedication and commitment to a lawyer.
Plumbers are definitely undervalued, underpaid, and for most people, underappreciated. Keep that in mind the next time your toilet is clogged or your pipes freeze over, and remember to have a little more patience.
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Fastest Plumber Always Gets The Job Done Right
Wade Robins recently asked:
If you find yourself in need of a fast and reliable plumber, the fastest plumber will do in this case. Some manufacturers, Kohler Co. and Ferguson Enterprises of Wisconsin, had a “Fastest Plumber Competition,” in which the plumber who could do the job the best and quickest took home the top prize. This competition allowed many plumbers to compete for a prize and world status as the fastest plumber. Although the completion is intense, the best plumbers from all over come to show their abilities.
Regional Competitions and Finalists
This competition evolves around doing the job, getting it done quickly and professionally. For the pass six years, these businesses have sponsored and hosted the event with the competition being kicked off with forty-six regional competitions across the country. In order to qualify for the finals, the plumbers were required to install a bathroom consisting of a Kohler toilet, lavatory faucet, and faucets and taps in a ceramic shower. The final eight plumbers were then asked to compete in the final round of competition, in which only one of them would be chosen the winner.
Competition at its Best
The final was held in 2006 at Green Bay, Wisconsin. For the final test, they were judged on skills, these amazing plumbers had to install a toilet, a bathroom faucet, and the famous, but difficult three-piece shower unit. However, this time, to show their professional quality, they also had to hook up the water line. Normally taking as long as a day to complete, the new winner completed this project in record time and beat the standing record of a full day.
As part of the contest, the plumbers selected and their families were treated as guests of Kohler Company at Kohler’s well known American Club for the weekend and as a the football game played by the Green Bay Packers football game that took place after the winner was announced at the competition.
Who Was The Winner
Robert Rousch was given the title after finishing the competition with a time of one minute and eleven seconds short of the best record the competition has had since the beginning. Mr. Rousch was also blessed with a cash award of three thousand dollars. It pays to be fast and competent in the plumbing business. After starting out as an entry-level plumber, Robert has spent the past ten years working for one company who provides excellent service to their customers.
The Speed of Things And Quality
While you want a speedy plumber with the qualifications to get the job done, you can assure that even if your plumber did not win an award, he is still trained and qualified for this type of work. Plumbers do spend hours in school to learn everything needed. As apprentisits, they receive hands on training during the learning process, which provides for quality plumbers who stand by their work.
If you think your plumber is fast, maybe he needs some encouragement to enter the next competition to see if he can win the title. You never know, he might even surprise himself.
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If you find yourself in need of a fast and reliable plumber, the fastest plumber will do in this case. Some manufacturers, Kohler Co. and Ferguson Enterprises of Wisconsin, had a “Fastest Plumber Competition,” in which the plumber who could do the job the best and quickest took home the top prize. This competition allowed many plumbers to compete for a prize and world status as the fastest plumber. Although the completion is intense, the best plumbers from all over come to show their abilities.
Regional Competitions and Finalists
This competition evolves around doing the job, getting it done quickly and professionally. For the pass six years, these businesses have sponsored and hosted the event with the competition being kicked off with forty-six regional competitions across the country. In order to qualify for the finals, the plumbers were required to install a bathroom consisting of a Kohler toilet, lavatory faucet, and faucets and taps in a ceramic shower. The final eight plumbers were then asked to compete in the final round of competition, in which only one of them would be chosen the winner.
Competition at its Best
The final was held in 2006 at Green Bay, Wisconsin. For the final test, they were judged on skills, these amazing plumbers had to install a toilet, a bathroom faucet, and the famous, but difficult three-piece shower unit. However, this time, to show their professional quality, they also had to hook up the water line. Normally taking as long as a day to complete, the new winner completed this project in record time and beat the standing record of a full day.
As part of the contest, the plumbers selected and their families were treated as guests of Kohler Company at Kohler’s well known American Club for the weekend and as a the football game played by the Green Bay Packers football game that took place after the winner was announced at the competition.
Who Was The Winner
Robert Rousch was given the title after finishing the competition with a time of one minute and eleven seconds short of the best record the competition has had since the beginning. Mr. Rousch was also blessed with a cash award of three thousand dollars. It pays to be fast and competent in the plumbing business. After starting out as an entry-level plumber, Robert has spent the past ten years working for one company who provides excellent service to their customers.
The Speed of Things And Quality
While you want a speedy plumber with the qualifications to get the job done, you can assure that even if your plumber did not win an award, he is still trained and qualified for this type of work. Plumbers do spend hours in school to learn everything needed. As apprentisits, they receive hands on training during the learning process, which provides for quality plumbers who stand by their work.
If you think your plumber is fast, maybe he needs some encouragement to enter the next competition to see if he can win the title. You never know, he might even surprise himself.
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