Plumbing Jobs in Louisiana

A Plumber is a professional who plays an essential role in the construction industry. They are responsible for installing, repairing, and maintaining the water supply, waste disposal, drainage, and heating systems in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. Their work ensures that these systems meet the required safety standards and work efficiently. In addition to their technical duties, plumbers also interpret blueprints, specifications, and models, collaborate with other construction professionals, and ensure compliance with building regulations.

To successfully perform their duties, Plumbers need to possess a range of skills. Good problem-solving abilities, physical strength and stamina, and attention to detail are paramount. They should also be familiar with the use of specialized tools and equipment. Additionally, plumbers need to have a deep understanding of water and gas systems, building codes, and safety regulations. Most jurisdictions require plumbers to be licensed, which typically involves completing an apprenticeship and passing an exam. Prior to becoming a Plumber, a person might gain experience in related roles such as a Plumber's Helper, Pipefitter, or Steamfitter.

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Industrial Pipefitter

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 15 hours ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 15 hours ago

Pipefitting Experience Able to Pass a Drug Screen and Background Check All Journeyman Level Hand Tools Standard PPE Willing to Work at Heights at up to 300 Feet Company Details Tradesmen International...

Pipe Fabricator

  • Gonzales, LA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Gonzales, LA
  • 19 hours ago

Lined pipe fabricator Founded in 1923, Applied Industrial Technologies (NYSE: AIT) is a leading value-added distributor and technical solutions provider of industrial motion, fluid power, flow...

Plumber/Pipefitter Master

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 19 hours ago

and water systems for a large state agency complex, using multiple trades skills (plumbing, welding, insulating, pipefitting)....

Pipefitter Helper

  • Sulphur, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Sulphur, LA
  • 1 day ago

Manipulates and generally understands the use of different types of power and manual pipefitting layout and construction tools....

Pipefitter - St. Gabriel, LA

  • Saint Gabriel, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Gabriel, LA
  • 1 day ago

The Pipefitter position lays out, fabricates, assembles, installs, and maintains piping and piping systems, fixtures and equipment for steam, hot water, heating, cooling, lubricating, sprinkling and...

PLUMBER - Austin Industrial - Bogalusa

  • Bogalusa, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Bogalusa, LA
  • 1 day ago

license 1-3 years experience as a journeyman plumber Valid driver’s license Must have own tools Austin Industrial is an Equal Opportunity Employer....

Plumber

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 2 days ago

Tradesmen International is immediately hiring experienced Journeyman Plumbers for projects located in Rogers, AR....

Graywolf JM Pipefitter - MORGAN CITY, LA #2787

  • Morgan City, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • Morgan City, LA
  • 3 days ago

Advanced Blueprint Reading – Correctly identify piping arrangement drawings. Read and correctly interpret GPS coordinates, control points, elevations, P&ID’s plan views and section views....

Pipefitter Helper - MORGAN CITY, LA #2786

  • Morgan City, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • Morgan City, LA
  • 3 days ago

GrayWolf is seeking Pipe Helpers at our Morgan City, IL project site GrayWolf is a heavy industrial/commercial construction contractor that provides end-to-end solutions from design, fabrication,...

Plumber/Pipefitter Master

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 3 days ago

and pipefitting tasks in a commercial setting....

Pipefitter 1

  • Port Sulphur, LA
  • 5 days ago
  • Port Sulphur, LA
  • 5 days ago

Install valves, hangars, supports, flanges inside piping system according to plans and applicable specifications. Perform test to ensure the quality of the pipe and the piping systems....

Foreman Pipefitter I

  • Port Sulphur, LA
  • 5 days ago
  • Port Sulphur, LA
  • 5 days ago

Demonstrate knowledge of the pipe fitting processes for industrial piping and boiler components for a new construction plant....

General Foreman Pipefitter

  • Port Sulphur, LA
  • 5 days ago
  • Port Sulphur, LA
  • 5 days ago

Demonstrate expert knowledge on the pipe fitting processes for industrial piping and boiler components for new construction at LNG plant. Organization and time management....

Helper Pipefitter 1

  • Port Sulphur, LA
  • 5 days ago
  • Port Sulphur, LA
  • 5 days ago

Assist with the installation of valves, hangers, supports, and flanges inside the piping system according to plans and applicable specifications....

Pipefitter 4

  • Port Sulphur, LA
  • 5 days ago
  • Port Sulphur, LA
  • 5 days ago

Install valves, hangars, supports, flanges inside piping system according to plans and applicable specifications. Perform test to ensure the quality of the pipe and the piping systems....

Demographic Data for Louisiana

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Salary for Plumbing Jobs in Louisiana

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Plumbings in Louisiana offer the following education background
High School or GED
37.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
24.2%
Bachelor's Degree
17.0%
Associate's Degree
11.5%
Master's Degree
6.1%
Some College
2.2%
Some High School
1.4%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%


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