Plumber

Plumber

Los Angeles, United States

Company
J. Paul Getty Trust, The
Location
Los Angeles, CA
Job Type
Full-time
Via
via Getty | Careers Center - ICIMS

Job Description
Getty is committed to creating a welcoming workplace that reflects the various backgrounds of the communities we serve. We value differences in the pursuit of inquiry and knowledge, mutual understanding, respect, trust, transparency, and cooperation. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected status.
Job Summary

Maintains, repairs, inspects, installs and replaces plumbing systems, pipes, fittings and fixtures to maintain the heating, water, gas and drainage systems. Cuts, bends, threads and fits pipes with adjoining pipe assemblies. Repairs leaks and clears clogged drains. Installs sinks, showers, toilets, water heaters and related plumbing fixtures. May replace tile, replaster or paint walls through which holes have been made to gain access to plumbing. Interprets blueprints and works from sketches or verbal instructions. Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures.

Major Job Responsibilities
• Inspects, tests, repairs, installs and maintains mechanical equipment and systems, including but not limited to fire protection systems, domestic and sewer lines and systems, eye wash stations, back flow devices, flushometers, service kitchens equipment, and grease interceptors
• Estimates time and material costs on plumbing projects
• Inspects completed work to ensure compliance and engineering specifications and Los Angeles city codes
• May requisition new plumbing supplies and equipment

Qualifications
• High School/GED
• 4 to 5 years of maintenance plumbing experience
• Valid California driver's license with less than three DMVV points
• Holds a Los Angeles County back flow tester license or able to obtain one within 12 months of employment
• Holds a C 36 contractor's license or Journeyman's card

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Ability operate plumbing tools and equipment such as cable snake machines, jetting machines, electric pipe thread machines, fiber optic cameras for inspection of drains, sonic leak detection equipment
• Ability to solder and braze copper pipe, cut and thread all sizes and types of plumbing pipe,
• Ability to repair and install plumbing fixtures (urinals, toilets, sinks)
• Ability to troubleshoot domestic and industrial plumbing systems
• Experience with sewer ejector pumps
• Familiar with the City of Los Angeles plumbing codes and regulations
• Familiar with clay valves and fire life safety systems (including fire pumps, wet and dry sprinkler systems, and flow testing)
• Familiar with pneumatic systems and grease interceptors
• Ability to read and interpret blue print drawings
• Ability to use a computerized work order tracking system

Benefits and Perks

Here are just some examples that Getty offers/provides for full-time employees:
• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance coverage, starting on date of hire. Getty pays 75%-95% of the premium, depending on the plan selected.
• 403(b) Employee Investment retirement plan – with up to 5% Getty Match
• Getty contribution of 6%, on behalf of employee, to 401(a) retirement account
• Educational Assistance and professional development
• Paid Vacation, Sick and Personal Days
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Many positions have bi-weekly Off-Fridays
• On-Site Fitness Center at Getty Center
• Community service opportunities

To learn more about our comprehensive benefits and long list of perks, go to Getty HR.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Plumber Jobs in United States

Q What is the median salary range for plumber jobs in the United States in 2026?
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports the median annual wage for plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters at $61,550 ($29.59 per hour) as of May 2023 data guiding 2026 employment. The lowest 10 percent earned $39,020 annually, while the highest 10 percent earned $99,410. Overtime pay at 1.5 times the rate for hours over 40 per week boosts total earnings by $10,000-$20,000 yearly for many.
Q What visa is required for foreign workers seeking plumber jobs in the United States?
USCIS requires an H-2B visa for temporary non-agricultural plumber jobs when U.S. workers are unavailable, with employers obtaining DOL temporary labor certification first. The FY2026 H-2B cap is 66,000 visas (33,000 per half-year), plus up to 64,716 supplemental for returning workers. Prevailing wage minimum is $30.50 per hour nationally for Level II plumbers.
Q What education and experience are needed to qualify as a plumber in the United States?
A high school diploma or equivalent is required to enter a plumber apprenticeship program registered with DOL. Programs last 4 years, including 8,000 hours of paid on-the-job training and 576 hours of classroom instruction. No prior experience is needed for entry-level positions.
Q What is the application process and required documents for plumber apprenticeships in the United States?
Apply through DOL-registered sponsors listed on apprenticeship.gov by submitting a high school diploma or GED, government-issued ID, Social Security number, and proof of age 18 or older. The process includes an aptitude test, math assessment, and interview within 30 days of application. Selected apprentices start at 40-50% of journeyman wage, increasing annually.
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