plumbersassistant

noun
UK /ˈplʌməz əˈsɪstənt/
US /ˈplʌmərz əˈsɪstənt/

A plumber's assistant is a person who helps a plumber fix pipes and water problems.

The plumber's assistant carried the heavy tools and handed the wrench to the plumber.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A person who assists with installing or repairing water and heating systems.

The plumber's assistant helped install the new water heater.

3. An entry-level worker learning the plumbing trade.

As a plumber's assistant, she learned how to fix leaks step by step.

4. Someone who carries tools and materials for a plumber on a job.

The plumber's assistant loaded the pipes into the van before the job.