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 for plumber jobs in the United States in 2026?
As per the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual wage for plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters is $61,550 as of May 2023, with hourly median pay of $29.59, expected to reach $66,000 annually by 2026 based on historical 2.5% annual wage growth trends. The lowest 10 percent earn less than $39,270 annually, while the top 10 percent earn more than $101,190. Salaries vary by state, with California averaging $71,980 and Texas $52,120.
Q What visa is required for foreign workers to take plumber jobs in the US in 2026?
As per U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, foreign workers for plumber jobs typically qualify for H-2B temporary non-agricultural visas if the position is seasonal or temporary with insufficient U.S. workers available; the FY2026 cap is projected at 130,000 visas similar to FY2025's 114,000 regular plus supplemental. Employers must obtain temporary labor certification from DOL before filing Form I-129, with processing fees of $460 base plus $500 fraud fee. Permanent options include EB-3 visas requiring PERM labor certification.
Q What education and experience are required to qualify for entry-level plumber jobs in the US?
As per the Bureau of Labor Statistics, plumbers need a high school diploma or GED and completion of a 4- to 5-year apprenticeship with at least 2,000 hours of paid on-the-job training plus 144 hours per year of technical instruction. No college degree is required, but math and mechanical skills are essential. About 49,200 openings are projected annually through 2033 due to replacements.
Q What documents are needed to apply for plumber apprenticeship programs in the US?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor Office of Apprenticeship, required documents include a high school diploma or GED, proof of being at least 16 years old (18 for some programs), valid photo ID, Social Security card, and proof of legal work authorization. Applicants must also pass a physical exam confirming ability to perform strenuous work and may need a driver's license. Applications are submitted to state apprenticeship agencies or program sponsors via apprenticeship.gov/find-a-program.
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