Traveling Plumber

Traveling Plumber

Los Angeles, United States

Company
Tryst Hotels
Location
Los Angeles, CA
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
30–40 an hour
Posted
6 days ago
Via
ZipRecruiter

Job Description
Tryst Hotels

Traveling Plumber
Location: United States - Travel Required

Tryst Hotels blends upscale hospitality, inclusive culture, and vibrant destination experiences into a one-of-a-kind boutique hotel concept. As the brand continues expanding and renovating properties in key LGBT destinations, Tryst is building a trusted field team that can travel, adapt, and help deliver polished spaces worthy of the guest experience.

Tryst Hotels is seeking a traveling plumber to support renovation and improvement projects across multiple hotel locations in the U.S. This role is ideal for someone who knows how to work efficiently in remodel environments, solve field problems quickly, and deliver dependable plumbing installations and repairs without constant supervision. You must be comfortable with varied work hours, travel rotations, and working in environments that are proudly centered around gay hospitality and nightlife.
Key Responsibilities
• Install, repair, and modify plumbing systems in hotel guest rooms, kitchens, bars, restrooms, and common areas
• Troubleshoot leaks, drainage issues, fixture replacements, and water line connections
• Perform rough-in and finish plumbing work for remodel projects
• Coordinate with flooring, drywall, and carpentry crews to keep schedules on track
• Read plans and verify site conditions before beginning work
• Ensure all work meets applicable codes and safety requirements
• Maintain tools, materials, and a clean work area
• Support punch-list completion and fast-turn project needs
Qualifications
• Journeyman-level plumbing experience or strong equivalent field background
• Experience in remodel, hospitality, commercial, or mixed-use environments preferred
• Ability to diagnose problems and work independently
• Comfortable traveling for multi-week assignments throughout the U.S.
• Flexible and available for nontraditional schedules when projects require it
• Respectful, professional, and fully comfortable working in LGBTQ+ focused spaces
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Licensing is a plus where applicable
Pay and Benefits
• Pay: $30-$40/hour, depending on experience.
• Full-time W-2 position. Year-round pay structure, including paid travel rotations, company-arranged flights and hotels, paid meals while traveling,
• Medical and dental
• 401(k)
• Paid time off.
Why Tryst Hotels

This is a rare opportunity for a plumber who wants more than the same local job loop. Tryst gives you the chance to work on exciting hospitality projects in standout destinations while being part of a brand that values bold identity, guest experience, and growth. The travel is organized for you, the work is varied, and the company is building something memorable. If you like problem-solving and want your work to be seen in finished, high-impact spaces, this role delivers that.

Tryst Hotes is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Plumber Jobs in United States

Q What is the median annual salary for plumbers in the United States in 2026?
As per the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual wage for plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters is $64,740 as of May 2026. The lowest 10 percent earn less than $40,520 annually, while the highest 10 percent earn more than $101,190. Full-time plumbers work about 2,080 hours per year at a median hourly rate of $31.13.
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As per U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, international workers need an H-2B visa for temporary plumber positions, with a fiscal year 2026 cap of 68,500 visas including supplemental allocations. Employers must file Form I-129 and obtain temporary labor certification from the Department of Labor proving no US workers available. Processing time is 2-4 months with fees of $460 base plus $500 fraud fee.
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As per the U.S. Department of Labor Office of Apprenticeship, plumbers need a high school diploma or GED and a 4-year registered apprenticeship with 8,000 hours of on-the-job training plus 576 hours of classroom instruction. No prior experience is required for entry-level apprenticeships starting at age 16. Completion grants journeyman status.
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As per the U.S. Department of Labor Office of Apprenticeship, required documents include high school diploma or GED transcript, proof of age 16+, government-issued ID, and a doctor's note confirming physical fitness for the work. Applications go through state apprenticeship agencies with no application fee. Interviews and aptitude tests follow submission.
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