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Plumber jobs in Chicago, IL
Plumbers install and repair water, gas, and drainage systems, from rough-in on new construction to service calls for leaks, water heaters, and stubborn drains.
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$21–$54/hr
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$72k
Median, full-time
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Type: Full-time Salary: $65,000/year + benefits We're looking for a hands-on Stand Maintenance Engineer to help keep our coffee drive-thru stands running smoothly. This role is ideal for someone with a refrigeration, hot…
DescriptionAt HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas t…
$23 per hour
Your future position: Water Resources Engineering Internship Choose your location: Crystal Lake, Chicago, Naperville or Mokena, IL Why you should join our team! Why Baxter & Woodman? At Baxter & Woodman, both seasoned pr…
$24.8 - $35.96 per hour
The salary range for this position is $24.38 - $35.35 (Hourly Rate) Placement within the salary range is dependent on several factors such as relevant work experience and internal equity. For positions represented by a l…
$23.1 per hour
WEC Business Services LLC PGL and NSG, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Gas Engineering Intern (May 2027) in our Waukegan, Illinois and Chicago, Illinois locations. This position will start in May 2027 and…
$45k - $50k
We are a leading provider of vending, POS, and coin-operated machines to small businesses in Chicago and the surrounding areas. Our commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction has positioned us as a trusted partne…
$35 - $55 per hour
phone screening, and get ready for an interview with our team to discuss your goals and experience. Valid Illinois Journeyman Plumber License required Valid Driver's License At least 4 years of professional plumbing expe…
$45 per hour
Description Position at Mac Properties &##128295; Residential Plumber | $45/Hour | Full-Time + Benefits Silliman Group, LLC Ready to build something that lasts? Silliman Group is the design and construction engine behind…
Staffmax is hiring skilled and highly technical plumbers for our Chicago based client. Plumbing Service Installers are relied on to know Plumbing CODE, Installation Practices in DWV, Water and Gas. Duties: Install waste…
$90k - $120k
Our well-established and growing Engineering firm is currently looking for a Water Resource Engineer . We work hard to ensure projects are planned, designed, and managed to meet not only high expectations, but to exceed…
$60k - $85k
gpac, a 30+ year family-owned, family run search firm, is partnered with a well-established Fire Protection Company. They are looking for a Professional Fire Sprinkler Inspector/Technician with experience to add to their…
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What plumbers earn in Chicago
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Apprentice | $21–$28 | $43k–$59k |
| Journeyman | $28–$40 | $59k–$84k |
| Master / Lead | $39–$54 | $81k–$113k |
Adjusted for the Chicago market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Pipe fitting and solderingDrain cleaning and camera workWater heater installationPlumbing code knowledgeBlueprint readingPEX, copper, and PVC systemsDiagnostic troubleshootingCustomer service
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
How do you diagnose a drop in water pressure throughout a house?
Show a sequence: check the meter and PRV, isolate hot versus cold, look for leaks or mineral-clogged lines. Logic first, wrenches second.
What is your licensing status and hours toward journeyman or master?
Give the state, the level, and the timeline plainly. If you hold a gas line qualification, say so; it widens what you can bill.
Walk me through replacing a water heater safely.
Cover shutoffs, draining, venting or electrical, expansion tank, and code items like seismic straps and T&P discharge. Completeness is the point.
Tell me about a service call where the customer was frustrated before you arrived.
Describe listening first, explaining the fix and price clearly, and leaving the space clean. Service plumbing is half craft, half trust.
What experience do you have with rough-in on new construction?
Talk about reading isometrics, coordinating with other trades, and passing rough inspection. Name the pipe materials you ran.
How do you handle discovering a bigger problem mid-job, like corroded supply lines?
Say you stop, document, show the customer, and give options with prices before proceeding. Surprises on the invoice lose repeat business.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For plumbers specifically — generic advice costs you here
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State your license level and state first: apprentice, journeyman, or master plumber.
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List certifications that expand your scope, such as gas fitting, backflow tester, or med-gas.
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Split your experience clearly between service work and new-construction rough-in.
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Quantify service volume, like calls completed per week or average ticket size.
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Name the systems you install: tankless water heaters, water treatment, sewer lines, or repipes.
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Mention drain camera and locator experience; diagnostic gear skills raise your rate.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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