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Plumber jobs in San Jose, 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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$26–$70/hr
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$92k
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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…
$27 - $30 per hour
Our MedTech Depot Field Service Technician experiences a unique opportunity to utilize their previous work roles in an effort to advance their careers into the medical device industry. This position is 40 hours per week.…
$25 - $28 per hour
How You’ll Shape Our Success Ready for more than just a job? Start your career as a Field Service Technician with TSS, delivering critical on-site services that keep laboratories, pharmacies, and cleanrooms operating saf…
$56k - $77k
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…
$30.68 - $36.5 per hour
Veolia is a global leader in environmental services, operating across all five continents with nearly 218,000 employees. Specializing in water, energy, and waste management, Veolia Group designs and implements innovative…
$30 - $35 per hour
American Leak Detection- Plumber Santa Clara County, Monterey County, Santa Cruz County, San Benito County Base Salary * Starting ($30-$35hrly) * Advancement and commission opportunities from there Job Type Full-time/Yea…
Job Summary We are looking for a Service Technician to join our growing team! The right candidate will have a strong service technician background and ASE certified. The day-to-day duties include performing work on speci…
At California Automotive Retail Group, we are committed to an environment where the customer is always treated with respect and dignity. Our associates are our most valuable resource and growth is encouraged through dili…
$45 - $60 per hour
At Jaguar Land Rover San Jose , part of the Sonic Automotive family, you’ll discover the tools, support, and opportunities needed to build and advance your career. With over 100 dealerships nationwide, Sonic Automotive i…
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…
$120k - $175k
A well-established local Mechanical Contractor is looking to fill a Senior Plumbing Engineer position working on large projects. Excellent benefits, competitive compensation, and opportunities for professional developmen…
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What plumbers earn in San Jose
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Apprentice | $26–$37 | $55k–$76k |
| Journeyman | $37–$52 | $76k–$108k |
| Master / Lead | $50–$70 | $103k–$145k |
Adjusted for the San Jose 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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