Career fit quiz

Is Plumber the Right Career for You?

A quick, free 8-question quiz to see how well the plumber career fits your personality, preferences and goals.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
How this quiz works

Rate how much you agree with each statement. The quiz compares your answers with the realities of the plumber job and gives you an honest fit score in under two minutes. Nothing is saved or sent anywhere.

Statement 1 of 8I like fixing things and figuring out what’s wrong
Statement 2 of 8Dirty or messy work doesn’t bother me
Statement 3 of 8I’m comfortable working in tight spaces
Statement 4 of 8I can explain problems to customers clearly
Statement 5 of 8I want a paid apprenticeship instead of college debt
Statement 6 of 8I’m OK taking emergency calls sometimes
Statement 7 of 8I’m willing to spend about 4–5 years (paid apprenticeship) training for this career
Statement 8 of 8A typical salary around $63,800 a year would meet my needs

What this career really involves

Plumbers install, repair and maintain the pipes, fixtures and appliances that carry water, waste and gas in homes and buildings, following plumbing codes to protect public health.

  • Read blueprints and plan pipe layouts
  • Install water supply, drain, waste and vent piping
  • Set and connect fixtures, water heaters and appliances
  • Locate and repair leaks, clogs and broken pipes
  • Test systems for pressure and leaks

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