What does a Plumber do?
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What the job involves
- Diagnose and repair plumbing issues in residential and commercial systems.
- Install pipes, valves, fittings, and plumbing fixtures according to plans.
- Perform regular inspections and preventive maintenance on plumbing systems.
- Respond to service calls and address plumbing emergencies quickly.
- Maintain accurate records of work performed and materials used.
- Communicate clearly with customers about repairs and service options.
- Follow all safety regulations and plumbing codes during all work.
Summed up from 30 recent Plumber job postings.
Skills employers ask for
- Plumbing 8 in 10 postings
- Driving Record 2 in 10 postings
- Customer Service 2 in 10 postings
- Blueprint Reading 1 in 10 postings
- Fittings 1 in 10 postings
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Certifications and licenses
- Driver's License 5 in 10 postings
- Plumbing License 3 in 10 postings
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Experience asked for
- 1 to 2 years 3 in 10 postings
- 3 to 4 years 4 in 10 postings
- 5 years or more 3 in 10 postings
Typical ask: 3 years.
Education asked for
- High school diploma or GED Almost all postings
- Associate degree 1 in 35 postings
- Bachelor's degree 1 in 50 postings
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Is this role in demand?
2,071 open Plumber jobs across the US right now.
Most openings
- Texas230 open
- Florida182 open
- California126 open
- Virginia116 open
- Ohio82 open
Typical pay $80,100 a year (most between $64k and $100k). See the full salary breakdown