Plumber

Plumber


Company
J. Paul Getty Trust, The
Location
Los Angeles, CA
Job Type
Full-time
Via
via Getty | Careers Center - ICIMS

Job Description
Getty is committed to creating a welcoming workplace that reflects the various backgrounds of the communities we serve. We value differences in the pursuit of inquiry and knowledge, mutual understanding, respect, trust, transparency, and cooperation. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected status.
Job Summary

Maintains, repairs, inspects, installs and replaces plumbing systems, pipes, fittings and fixtures to maintain the heating, water, gas and drainage systems. Cuts, bends, threads and fits pipes with adjoining pipe assemblies. Repairs leaks and clears clogged drains. Installs sinks, showers, toilets, water heaters and related plumbing fixtures. May replace tile, replaster or paint walls through which holes have been made to gain access to plumbing. Interprets blueprints and works from sketches or verbal instructions. Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures.

Major Job Responsibilities
• Inspects, tests, repairs, installs and maintains mechanical equipment and systems, including but not limited to fire protection systems, domestic and sewer lines and systems, eye wash stations, back flow devices, flushometers, service kitchens equipment, and grease interceptors
• Estimates time and material costs on plumbing projects
• Inspects completed work to ensure compliance and engineering specifications and Los Angeles city codes
• May requisition new plumbing supplies and equipment

Qualifications
• High School/GED
• 4 to 5 years of maintenance plumbing experience
• Valid California driver's license with less than three DMVV points
• Holds a Los Angeles County back flow tester license or able to obtain one within 12 months of employment
• Holds a C 36 contractor's license or Journeyman's card

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Ability operate plumbing tools and equipment such as cable snake machines, jetting machines, electric pipe thread machines, fiber optic cameras for inspection of drains, sonic leak detection equipment
• Ability to solder and braze copper pipe, cut and thread all sizes and types of plumbing pipe,
• Ability to repair and install plumbing fixtures (urinals, toilets, sinks)
• Ability to troubleshoot domestic and industrial plumbing systems
• Experience with sewer ejector pumps
• Familiar with the City of Los Angeles plumbing codes and regulations
• Familiar with clay valves and fire life safety systems (including fire pumps, wet and dry sprinkler systems, and flow testing)
• Familiar with pneumatic systems and grease interceptors
• Ability to read and interpret blue print drawings
• Ability to use a computerized work order tracking system

Benefits and Perks

Here are just some examples that Getty offers/provides for full-time employees:
• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance coverage, starting on date of hire. Getty pays 75%-95% of the premium, depending on the plan selected.
• 403(b) Employee Investment retirement plan – with up to 5% Getty Match
• Getty contribution of 6%, on behalf of employee, to 401(a) retirement account
• Educational Assistance and professional development
• Paid Vacation, Sick and Personal Days
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Many positions have bi-weekly Off-Fridays
• On-Site Fitness Center at Getty Center
• Community service opportunities

To learn more about our comprehensive benefits and long list of perks, go to Getty HR.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Plumber Jobs

Q What is the 2026 median hourly wage for licensed plumbers in the United States including overtime?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, the median hourly wage for plumbers in the United States is $31.45 as of May 2026 with overtime paid at 1.5 times the regular rate after 40 hours. The 10th percentile earns $19.80 per hour and the 90th percentile earns $48.20 per hour under the Fair Labor Standards Act.
Q What work visa is required for foreign plumbers to work legally in the United States in 2026?
As per U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, foreign plumbers must obtain an H-2B visa for non-agricultural temporary work with a maximum of 66,000 visas issued annually for fiscal year 2026. Applicants need a certified temporary labor certification from the Department of Labor valid for up to 10 months.
Q What education and experience are required to qualify for plumber jobs in the United States in 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, plumbers need a high school diploma or equivalent plus completion of a 4-5 year apprenticeship program with 8,000-10,000 hours of paid on-the-job training. Most states require 2 years of experience before taking the journeyman licensing exam.
Q What documents are needed to apply for a plumber position through official U.S. government channels in 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, applicants must submit a completed ETA-9089 form for permanent labor certification, proof of apprenticeship completion, and a valid state plumbing license. Additional documents include Form I-9 for employment eligibility and W-4 for tax withholding.
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