Plumber Assistant Career

*A job as a Plumber Assistant falls under the broader career category of Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters. The information on this page will generally apply to all careers in this category but may not specifically apply to this career title.

Job Description for Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters : Help plumbers, pipefitters, steamfitters, or pipelayers by performing duties requiring less skill. Duties include using, supplying, or holding materials or tools, and cleaning work area and equipment.


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Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitter Career

Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$30,640

Median Hourly Wage

$14.73*

Total Employed Nationally

54,080


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2016 wage data and 2016-2026 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2016-2026). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.