Overview Join to apply for the PLUMBER 3443 (A) role at City of Los Angeles Join to apply for the PLUMBER 3443 (A) role at City of Los Angeles Duties A Plumber does skilled work in the layout, installation, repair, and maintenance of sanitary and industrial plumbing systems, process piping, and fuel dispensing systems, including air, gas, water, industrial waste, gasoline, oil pipelines, and irrigation systems.

Salary ANNUAL SALARY: $118,097 (flat-rated) (Department of Water and Power: $126,511 (flat-rated)) Notes: Salary may change at the start of the pay range; confirm starting salary with the hiring department before accepting a job offer.

Minimum Qualifications - Completion of a recognized five-year apprenticeship as a plumber; or

- A valid journey-level plumber license issued by the Los Angeles City Department of Building and Safety; or
- Six years of full-time paid experience as a helper to a Plumber with the City of Los Angeles. Completion of a plumbing program at an accredited institution may substitute for each year of experience lacking up to a maximum of two years.

Education information must be included in the Education Section of the application.

Process

Notes - Applicants who lack six months or less of the required experience at filing may apply, but cannot be appointed until full experience is met.

- Positions require a valid Class C DMV license at filing for certain departments. Applicants with recent moving violations or major violations may be disqualified.
- Submit proof of apprenticeship or license as applicable at the time of filing. Documentation attached after submission may not be credited.
- For Requirement #3, a Verification of Work Experience (VWE)



form may be required; instructions and form are available online. The form may be attached online or emailed within seven days of submission to [email protected].
- Future bulletins anticipate all applicants having a valid journey-level plumber license prior to appointment.

Selective

Certification - A valid EPA Technician Certificate (Section 608) may be required for some positions prior to appointment.

- A valid state-certified Crane Operator Certification may be required upon probation.
- A valid Backflow Prevention Device Tester certificate may be required prior to appointment.
- A valid Chief’s Regulation 4 Tester Certification for Class I, II, and/or Auto Sprinklers may be required prior to appointment. Where to Apply & Application Deadline Applications will only be accepted online. Visit the City's job portal or GovernmentJobs page to apply. Filing periods and deadlines are posted in the job bulletin and may change. Early application is urged to address potential technical issues.

Selection Process

Examination is a weighted multiple-choice test (100%). The test evaluates reading comprehension, math, judgment, safety, interpersonal skills, communication, and job knowledge related to plumbing work and City codes. The test is proctored online and may be taken from home or at a City facility if needed. The online test dates are announced for each filing period.

Notes: The City is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Applicants may be subject to testing and compliance with Civil Service Rules. Additional FAQs and testing process details are available online. Disability accommodations can be requested using the Disability Accommodation Form linked in the posting.

📌 PLUMBER 3443 (A) (Lima)
🏢 City of Los Angeles
📍 Lima