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Plumbing & Piping Talent Report: Pacific (Hawaii & Guam)

Military construction and island logistics costs push mechanical compensation well above CONUS medians.

Regional compensation by role

  • Plumbing PM: $136k–$188k (mid $162k); top metro Guam at $164k
  • Mechanical Superintendent: $138k–$191k (mid $165k); top metro Guam at $167k
  • Mechanical Estimator: $138k–$191k (mid $165k); top metro Guam at $167k
  • Boiler Technician: $102k–$143k (mid $122k); top metro Guam at $124k

Market snapshot

  • Median mid compensation: $165k
  • Top-paying metro: Guam ($167k)
  • Candidates tracked: 171

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