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Recruiter's Glossary

Examples: GPM (Gallons Per Minute) • Fixture Unit • P-Trap

Plumbing Terms

Understanding these terms will help you better evaluate candidates and communicate with hiring managers

Main Line

Lift Station

Pipe Threading

Pipe Insulation

P-Trap

Pipe Sleeve

Pipe Support

Vent Stack

Dielectric Union

Manifold

PVC Schedule 80

PRV (Pressure Reducing Valve)

Ejector Pump

Interceptor

Supply Lines

Mixing Valve

Storm Sewer

Slope

Pipe Hanger

Air Chamber

Rough-In

Pipe Chase

Soil Stack

Grease Trap

Globe Valve

Pipe Wrap

Head Pressure

CPVC

GPM (Gallons Per Minute)

PSI (Pounds per Square Inch)

Copper Type M

Fixture Unit

Back Flow Preventer

Branch Line

PVC Schedule 40

Copper Type K

Grade

DWV (Drain-Waste-Vent)

PEX

Water Hammer

Cleanout

Expansion Tank

Sanitary Sewer

Ball Valve

Butterfly Valve

Check Valve

Copper Type L

Cast Iron

Gate Valve

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