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Plumber jobs in New Orleans, LA
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–$48/hr
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$63k
Median, full-time
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Our Opening and Your Responsibilities Performs installation, calibration, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of lab measurement and weighing equipment with minimal assistance, while providing on-site and…
$41.6k - $57.2k
This is where your work makes a difference. At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues…
Poolsure, An Aquasol Company, is searching for a Commercial Pool Technician to join our team in New Orleans, LA . A Commercial Pool Technician at Poolsure is primarily responsible for performing general maintenance, safe…
Field Technician - Construction Materials Testing - Jefferson, Louisiana Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world's top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a Fiel…
$15 per hour
Are you self-motivated and proud of the work you do? Here at Aramark, we take pride in the level of service and safety we provide! As a General Utility Worker on our team of other service stars, you’ll take on the import…
$150k
Join a 50+ Year Legacy of Excellence Are you a skilled Automotive Service Technician looking for a stable, high-performing shop where your talent is valued and rewarded? Join our Chevrolet dealership - proudly serving ou…
Support Services Technician I Company: BramTech Solutions, Inc. Location: New Orleans, LA About Us: BramTech Solutions is a leading IT services company based in New Orleans, Lousiana. We specialize in providing Managed I…
Licensed Journeyman Plumbers needed! Excellent benefits, competitive compensation, and opportunities for professional development. Competitive Pay Excellent Benefits Professional Growth Great Company Culture The Licensed…
$35 - $55 per hour
We are looking for a Ford Certified Service Technician to join our growing team! The right candidate will have a strong service technician background and ASE & Ford certified. The day-to-day duties include performing wor…
Service Technician Matt Bowers Chevy Metairie is committed to delivering top-tier automotive service and creating an exceptional experience for every customer. We’re looking for skilled and motivated Service Technicians…
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What plumbers earn in New Orleans
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Apprentice | $18–$25 | $38k–$52k |
| Journeyman | $25–$35 | $52k–$73k |
| Master / Lead | $34–$48 | $70k–$99k |
Adjusted for the New Orleans 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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