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Plumber jobs in Richmond, VA
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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$19–$50/hr
Typical pay range
$66k
Median, full-time
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Company Description: Crown Equipment Corporation, one of the world's largest lift truck manufacturers, offers local support on a global scale with more than 15 manufacturing facilities worldwide and more than 500 retail…
Job Details: Fire Sprinkler Technician My client is a Fortune 100 company that is well known in the Fire and Building Automation industry. They are actively seeking a Fire Sprinkler Technician. Company van, lap top and c…
$36 - $40 per hour
This is a fully remote position. Candidate must be based in the Richmond, VA area. With over $2B in revenue, 80+ manufacturing facilities across 6 continents and over 9,000 employees worldwide, Signode is a leading manuf…
$35 per hour
A growing fire protection company is seeking an experienced Fire Sprinkler Installer/Fitter to join its team. This is a full-time opportunity for someone with hands-on sprinkler installation experience who is looking for…
Overview Join IGT as a Field Service Technician and become a key member of a team responsible for supporting casino gaming equipment and technology at customer locations throughout the San Pablo area. In this customer-fa…
$9.1k
Job Description Summary EchoStar is reimagining the future of connectivity. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation services, mobile plans…
Steelhead Management is a full-service property management company formed in 2016 to manage multifamily and mixed-use assets owned by the Holladay Corporation and Spy Rock Real Estate Group, both of which are active deve…
$45 per hour
About the Opportunity A growing fire protection company is seeking a Lead Fire Sprinkler Technician to join its Fire Sprinkler Department. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced sprinkler professional who en…
$45k - $55k
Plumbing Technician Real Property Management - Richmond Metro is looking for a licensed journeyman plumber to join our maintenance team. We are a full-service company that has been founded on doing the right thing for th…
A well-established, locally owned fire sprinkler company with 30+ years of success is seeking experienced Fire Sprinkler Technicians and Foremen to support continued growth. This is a stable, long-term opportunity with a…
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What plumbers earn in Richmond
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Apprentice | $19–$26 | $40k–$54k |
| Journeyman | $26–$37 | $54k–$77k |
| Master / Lead | $36–$50 | $74k–$104k |
Adjusted for the Richmond 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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