Mechanical (Plumbing, Piping, HVAC) Engineer, PE Currently looking for an experienced Mechanical (Plumbing, Piping, HVAC) Engineer, PE . We are a large, Mechanical Contractor that specializes in large Design-Build Plumbi…
Skilled Trades · San Francisco, CA
Plumber jobs in San Francisco, 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.
171
Open roles today
$27–$71/hr
Typical pay range
$93k
Median, full-time
5
Fresh in this list
No email, no resume, no sign-up. Save any listing below and you start anonymously.
You're signed in. Saving a listing drops it straight into your pipeline.
01
Open plumber roles
12 shown of 171 · sorted by freshness
Are you looking to grow your career in a family owned and oriented environment? Advanced IPM is searching for driven and passionate professionals to join our service team as pest control technicians. Exceeding client exp…
We are a large growing mechanical contractor that works on many large mechanical hvac and plumbing projects. This is a full-time position with great benefits, retirement package, and plenty of room for career growth. Res…
$68.56 per hour
Requisition ID # 172863 Job Category: Transportation Job Level: Individual Contributor Business Unit: Energy Delivery Work Type: Onsite Job Location: Daly City Department Overview The Fleet Maintenance Department is a pa…
$28 - $34 per hour
The salary range for this position is $28.00 to $34.00 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…
$49.28k - $99.96k
Every minute of every day, Smiths Detection’s threat detection and security screening technology helps to protect people and infrastructure, making the world a safer place. Smiths Detection is a global leader in the deve…
Are you a professional plumber looking for a new opportunity? Are you tired of inconsistent schedules? Want to spend more time with friends and family? Then this opportunity is for you! We are looking to add to our growi…
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…
$70k - $160k
Lexus of Serramonte is one of the fastest growing brands within the automotive industry. We are building a business based on doing things the right way. From the way we treat our guests, take pride in our work and share…
$100k - $150k
represent Mr. Rooter of Oakland, an industry leader in residential and commercial plumbing services. If you are a skilled service plumber who wants steady work, strong earning potential, and a system that helps you close…
$40 - $50 per hour
About BRAVAS At BRAVAS, we transform homes into extraordinary living experiences. As the nation’s #1 luxury technology integrator, we design and deliver premium solutions - lighting, shades, A/V, networking, home automat…
Field Service Technician/Mechanic An industry leading heavy civil construction company is seeking a Service Technician/Mechanic with strong mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic troubleshooting skills. This is a hands-on…
02
What plumbers earn in San Francisco
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Apprentice | $27–$37 | $56k–$77k |
| Journeyman | $37–$52 | $77k–$109k |
| Master / Lead | $50–$71 | $105k–$147k |
Adjusted for the San Francisco market from national ranges.
03
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
04
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.
05
Resume tips that move the needle
For plumbers specifically — generic advice costs you here
01
State your license level and state first: apprentice, journeyman, or master plumber.
02
List certifications that expand your scope, such as gas fitting, backflow tester, or med-gas.
03
Split your experience clearly between service work and new-construction rough-in.
04
Quantify service volume, like calls completed per week or average ticket size.
05
Name the systems you install: tankless water heaters, water treatment, sewer lines, or repipes.
06
Mention drain camera and locator experience; diagnostic gear skills raise your rate.
06
Where this role goes
Typical progression
01
Apprentice Plumber
02
Journeyman Plumber
03
Master Plumber
04
Plumbing Contractor
Ten quiet minutes a day
Applying for plumber jobs in San Francisco?
Robbi carries this page into your first day: your role, your city, your shift preference. Then it hands you a few small things each morning and keeps the pipeline honest.
Save what looks right here, then let Robbi hand you a few small things each morning and keep the follow-ups honest.
Start with this search
No email, no resume, no sign-up.
Open your tracker
Everything you saved is already there.