Plumbers and Pipefitters
Salary, job outlook, AI risk & career information
Median Salary
$62,970
~$30/hr · ~$5,248/mo
US Jobs
505K
As fast as average
AI & Automation Risk
2/10
Safe
AI & Automation Risk
Safe 2/10
The core duties of this occupation are highly physical, requiring manual dexterity, strength, and real-time problem-solving in unpredictable physical environments like crawl spaces and construction sites. While AI may assist with peripheral tasks like cost estimation, blueprint analysis via BIM, and scheduling, it cannot perform the essential hands-on installation and repair work.
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Education & Requirements
Education Required
High school diploma or equivalent
10-Year Growth
+4% (As fast as average)
Hourly Rate
~$30/hr
Monthly Income
~$5,248/mo
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Data: Bureau of Labor Statistics OOH (2024)