Clean and repair septic tanks, sewer lines, or drains. May patch walls and partitions of tank, replace damaged drain tile, or repair breaks in underground piping.
Top Industry of Employment
| Area |
Employment** Total |
Hourly Wage | Annual | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mean | Entry | Experienced | Mean | Entry | Experienced | ||
| Missouri | 650 | 12.71 | 9.40 | 14.36 | 26,430 | 19,540 | 29,870 |
| Joplin MSA | 10 | 10.32 | 5.80 | 12.58 | 21,460 | 12,060 | 26,160 |
| St Louis MSA | 400 | 15.07 | 11.59 | 16.81 | 31,340 | 24,120 | 34,950 |
| Southwest Region* | 10 | 10.32 | 5.80 | 12.58 | 21,460 | 12,058 | 26,161 |
| St. Louis County* | 150 | 16.11 | 11.35 | 18.49 | 33,508 | 23,617 | 38,454 |
| Area | Employment ** | Change 2000-2010 |
Annual Avg Openings |
Long-term Outlook |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 Estimated | 2010 Projected | Number | Percent | |||
| St Louis MSA | 260 | 270 | 10 | 3.85 | 7 | Caution |
* - Workforce Investment Areas
** - Why are the employment levels different for the same occupation?
This Occupation generally requires Moderate-term on-the-job training (1-12 months)
or training in one of the following
Plumbing Technology/Plumber (NEW)