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Skilled Trades · Detroit, MI
Plumber jobs in Detroit, MI
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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$18–$47/hr
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$62k
Median, full-time
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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…
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…
$80.46k - $132.76k
Job ID: 43421Reference: 300016135118910Location: Columbus, OH, United States | Detroit, MI, United States | Toledo, OH, United StatesDepartment: Electrical EngineeringBusiness Unit: ANA United StatesWork Type: HybridDate…
Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, he…
At Northland Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM, we strive to make every customer a customer for life. Happy employees make happy customers, and we reward individuals who are ready to work hard and stay motivated. Every employee at…
$35 - $45 per hour
Journeyman Plumber - Detroit, MI ~ Prevailing Wage Opportunity ~$45.00+ per hour ~ Travel Per Diem Included Job Description We are seeking a skilled Journeyman Plumber to add to our team on prevailing wage commercial and…
The Enterprise Data Center Service Technician – SBE is responsible for the safe operation, monitoring, coordination, and reliability of mission-critical facility infrastructure supporting GM’s 24/7 Enterprise Data Center…
$27 - $31 per hour
The salary range for this position is $27.00 $31.00 per hour plus up to 5,000 yearly bonus opportunity under the Service Technician Incentive Plan. This is how you WOW: Accurately and timely completion of Astea Mobile Wo…
$40 - $55 per hour
Field Service Technician – Microgrid Systems Job Description We are seeking experienced, independent, and reliable Field Service Technicians to support the installation, commissioning, testing, repair, and maintenance of…
Relapath is seeking a Master Plumber for a direct-hire role to service clients in the Metro Detroit area. This is a full-time, direct-hire position with our client! ~Responsibilities ~Perform annual testing of backflow p…
$25 - $30 per hour
We’re looking for technicians with strong electro-mechanical troubleshooting skills and experience working with AC/DC motors to support customer sites throughout the Midwest. Travel: Regional travel throughout MI, IL, IN…
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What plumbers earn in Detroit
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Apprentice | $18–$25 | $37k–$51k |
| Journeyman | $25–$35 | $51k–$73k |
| Master / Lead | $34–$47 | $70k–$98k |
Adjusted for the Detroit 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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