The Plumbing major builds core foundations in this discipline and prepares students with practical, career-relevant skills. Use RoEDU™ to find programs that match your goals.
Within Trade, students often explore key subfields and specializations that provide targeted expertise.
Graduates translate classroom knowledge into real-world impact across sectors through hands-on projects and internships.
As part of Trade, this major connects to diverse, high-demand fields and interdisciplinary pathways.
Data from Bureau of Labor Statistics (2024) • Median wages, employment, and growth projections
| Occupation | Median Wage | Total Jobs | Growth Rate | Education |
|---|---|---|---|---|
First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers SOC: 47-1011 Occupation: First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers | $78,690 | 806,080 | N/A | N/A |
Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters SOC: 47-2152 Occupation: Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | $62,970 | 455,940 | N/A | N/A |
Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners SOC: 47-4071 Occupation: Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners | $49,140 | 29,050 | N/A | N/A |
Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas SOC: 47-5011 Occupation: Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas | $62,740 | 11,040 | N/A | N/A |
Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas SOC: 47-5012 Occupation: Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas | $65,010 | 13,090 | N/A | N/A |
Earth Drillers, Except Oil and Gas SOC: 47-5023 Occupation: Earth Drillers, Except Oil and Gas | $59,600 | 17,410 | N/A | N/A |