Description:
Are you always tinkering with objects? Do people ask for your help with fixing mechanical things? Look into becoming a plumber! Plumbers do much more than fix sinks and toilets in residential homes. They design and install piping systems that distribute water and remove waste from buildings, and connect heating and cooling systems. Plumbers have to be knowledgeable in water distribution, blueprint reading, local ordinances and regulations, mathematics, mechanical drawing, physics, welding and soldering.
Education Options:
Technical School, Community College, Registered Apprenticeship Program, and Industry Training Program
Qualifications:
In most parts of the United States, plumbers must be licensed before they may work independently, which requires 2 to 5 years of experience and passing a written examination.
Career Path for Plumbers
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Average salaries provided do not include overtime or company incentives.
“I am proud to be a BAS Technician – a systems, sequence and building expert on the front line of the design and implementation of a BAS system. Seiberlich is a leader providing quality BAS & mechanical systems and has allowed me to grow and be a part of a great team with people who all have the same mission.”
“This job means everything to me. This job has created a life for me and my family. This is a great place to work and I plan on staying and growing my career as fully as possible.”
“This job is my life, my home. It’s where I live. It’s who I am. I’ve worked for Corrado for 23 years. I’ve grown with the family and the company. I make a good living, provide for my kids. Every day I’m challenged in different ways. When I get off work, I leave the site knowing I’ve contributed to the progress of the job.”
“I love being able to make something from nothing. I love being able to see the process of something emerge from just a piece of land. The best thing about working for Nickle is the support for hardworking people through their electrical schooling. They also make safety a priority and do a very good job of keeping their employees safe every day.”
“Going into the trades was the best decision I ever made.”
“At vocational schools you are able to try different trades and find out what you like. Your training never ends, your experiences never end."
“Your employers are going to teach you everything you want to know. Everybody is looking for good hard workers. How can you not be happy about taking a straight line to success?”
“I was aware of the abundance of jobs that are available in the construction field, the advancement opportunities, good pay, and most importantly, training”
“Construction is a great industry and I encourage you to take advantage of everything it has to offer.”
“Unlimited number of job opportunities from laborer to Foreman to Project Manager.”
“I was able to complete a four-year apprenticeship in only three years. Now I run the projects I used to work on. Opportunities for growth in construction are endless.”