Plumber

Install and repair piping systems for water, gas, and drainage in homes and buildings.

$55k–$95k/year·Apprenticeship (4–5 years) + journeyman licenseHigh demand
🔧 Skilled Trades & Building

A day in this role

On a typical day you might fix a burst pipe at a family's home, rough-in plumbing for a new bathroom, and diagnose a mystery leak nobody else could find.

Key skills

Pipe systemsProblem-solvingPhysical strengthCustomer service

How to get there

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How to find jobs

Search for:

"Plumber" OR "Journeyman Plumber" OR "Plumbing Technician"

Where to look:

Indeedlocal union hall (UA)plumbing company websitesCraigslist for small contractors

Application tip:

Your license and years of experience are what get you hired — put them at the very top of your resume.