$25 - $34 per hour
Multiple positions available starting at $34.00/hourMilitary Vets welcome, MOS of 6073 and rates of GSM.OCCUPATIONAL SUMMARY:Install, connect and set up test equipment. Operate, troubleshoot and perform production and fi…
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Plumber jobs in San Diego, CA
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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$23–$60/hr
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$78k
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Job Posting End Date: Until Filled Shift: ALL Security Clearance: No Clearance Job Summary Welds a variety of metal surfaces or pipe using various types of welding equipment. Welds shell plating, fabricated cast or forge…
$46k - $59.5k
Responsibilities for this Position Gas Free Technician (All Levels) 1 Location: San Diego, CA, US, 92113 National Steel and Shipbuilding Com Job Posting End Date: UNTIL FILLED Shift: 3rd Security Clearance: No Clearance…
$20 - $22 per hour
For 75 years, Charles River employees have worked together to assist in the discovery, development and safe manufacture of new drug therapies. When you join our family, you will have a significant impact on the health an…
Background At HyAxiom, we develop, manufacture and service hydrogen fuel cells along with other innovative hydrogen energy solutions. We are a leading provider of stationary fuel cell solutions in some of the world’s lar…
What we are looking for: A hard-working full-time or part-time plumber with prior experience that has its own tools and truck and is located in the Los Angeles Area. Compensation is highly competitive and is only commiss…
Job Summary We are seeking a dedicated and reliable Pool Service Technician to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining a route of residential and commercial swimming pools, ensuring they rema…
Handyman / Home Service Technician Home Service Technician (Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson) in Del Mar, Rancho Santa Fe, La Jolla, San Marcos, San Diego, Cardiff-by-the-Sea, Carlsbad, Encinitas, Solana Beach, and surrou…
$85k - $95k
THOR Solutions is seeking an experienced Lead Marine Gas Turbine Inspector (MGTI) to support the Navy Readiness Assistance Training Team (RATT) for Commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet (CNSP) in San Diego,…
Who We Are Marvin K. Brown Auto Center has been family-owned and operated for over 68 years, and has been an asset of the San Diego community since 1950. We have been named the #1 Cadillac dealership in San Diego, and ar…
$18 - $25 per hour
Mossy Toyota in beautiful Pacific Beach is seeking an Automotive Lube Technician with knowledge in all aspects of repair and maintenance to join our winning team. We offer the opportunity to earn while you learn. At Moss…
$34 - $44 per hour
We are seeking an experienced Automotive Service Technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain a wide range of vehicles. Qualified technicians with experience in automotive diagnostics, electrical systems, drivability, br…
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What plumbers earn in San Diego
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Apprentice | $23–$31 | $47k–$65k |
| Journeyman | $31–$44 | $65k–$92k |
| Master / Lead | $42–$60 | $88k–$124k |
Adjusted for the San Diego 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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