Week 2: Tool Certification & Equipment Training

Overview

Week 2 for install technicians focuses on install-specific tool certification and vehicle/trailer setup. The install tool list is more extensive than service tech and includes heavy equipment used for sewer, repipe, and large system installs.

Prerequisites

• Week 1 Orientation & Safety Certification complete
• Tool inventory reviewed with Operations Manager

Install Tool Certification Checklist

Senior tech or Operations Manager signs off each area:

Copper and PEX Installation

• [ ] Copper pipe cutting, deburring, and sweat soldering (see Soldering & Flux Safety SOP)
• [ ] PEX crimp method — crimp tool use and ring verification
• [ ] PEX clamp (Oetiker) method
• [ ] Press fitting tool (ProPress or equivalent) — operation and jaw inspection
• [ ] SharkBite fitting use (when approved)

Drain and Sewer Tools

• [ ] PVC pipe cutting and gluing (primer and cement procedures)
• [ ] ABS pipe cutting and gluing
• [ ] Cast iron work — snap cutter and no-hub coupling use
• [ ] Manual and power snake operation
• [ ] Cart Jetter safe setup, operation, and shutdown (if trained)

Installation-Specific Equipment

• [ ] Pipe threader (if applicable)
• [ ] Reciprocating saw and hole saws for installation work
• [ ] Power drill for anchoring and strapping
• [ ] Laser level for proper pipe grade (1/4" per foot drain requirement)
• [ ] Pipe strapping tools — correct spacing, approved hangers only

Lifting and Material Handling

• [ ] Proper lifting technique for water heaters and equipment
• [ ] Hand truck and dolly use for large items
• [ ] Trailer loading and securing (if using a trailer)

Vehicle and Trailer Setup

Install vehicles carry a larger stock than service trucks. Production Concierge verifies:

• Core materials stocked (common fittings, supply lines, hangers, cleanouts)
• PPE complete
• Permit forms and documentation supplies on board
• CO tester present and calibrated

Completion Criteria

• All tool certifications signed
• Vehicle/trailer stocked to install standard
• Ready to begin ride-along phase

Related SOPs

• Soldering & Flux Safety
• Daily Vehicle Inspection Checklist
• Spartan Quality Standards (pipe installation standards)