Plumber
Install and repair water systems that keep buildings safe and functional
About the profession
Plumbers install and repair pipes, fixtures, and appliances for water supply, drainage, and gas systems. The trade is essential for every building and offers recession-resistant employment with strong earning potential for master plumbers and business owners. Aging infrastructure and new construction maintain consistent demand.
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Based on the Plumber role, here are the RIASEC personality types that tend to thrive in this career. While these alignments are common, individual success depends on motivation, skill development, and finding the right work environment.
Realistic
Hands-on, practical, technical work
Artistic
Creative, expressive, original thinking
Enterprising
Leading, persuading, business
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Career Path
Your career progression roadmap with salary growth at each level
Career Ladder
Apprentice Plumber → Journeyman Plumber → Master Plumber → Plumbing Contractor → Business Owner
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Salary Growth
5
Levels
$140K
Top Salary
18+
Years
Learning Path
Skills you need to develop and courses to get there
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Go to Career PathCareer levels
Timeline: 0-3 years | Entry Base: $30,000 - $38,000/year Timeline: 3-7 years | Growing Base: $42,000 - $55,000/year Timeline: 7-12 years | Expert Base: $55,000 - $72,000/year…
Skills used in this career
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Learning Path 0 → Junior
Step-by-step plan from zero to first job
Enroll in plumbing apprenticeship program (4-5 years, paid) Complete classroom and on-the-job training requirements Learn plumbing codes, pipe fitting, and safety practices Pass…
Market 2026–2030
Trends, AI impact, prospects
Growth Rate: Average through 2030 Remote Trend: Primarily on-site, hands-on trade work Top Industries: Construction, property management, utilities, service companies Geographic…
💰 Salary Range
BLS OEWS, May 2023Half of U.S. workers in this occupation earn more than this, half earn less.
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