Engineering - Journeyman Plumber

Dallas, United States
Engineering - Journeyman Plumber
Company
Children's Health
Location
Dallas, TX
Job type
Full-time
Posted
1 day ago
Via
Children's Health Careers
Job description
Job Title & Specialty Area: Journeyman Plumber

Department: Engineering

Location: Dallas

Shift: Monday- Friday, 7am- 3:30 pm. This position includes an on-call rotation

Job Type: On-Site

Why Children’s Health?
At Children's Health, our mission is to Make Life Better for Children, and we recognize that their health plays a crucial role in achieving this goal.

Through our cutting-edge treatments and affiliation with UT Southwestern, we strive to deliver an extraordinary patient and family experience, ensuring that every moment, big or small, contributes to their overall well-being.

Our dedication to promoting children's health extends beyond our organization and encompasses the broader community. Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of children and contribute to a brighter and healthier future for all.

Summary:
Reads, understands and interprets blueprints, drawings, floor plans, schedules and manufacturer's operating and/or maintenance specifications as they relate to electrical, mechanical, plumbing, HVAC and special equipment, building structures and finishes. Maintains and perform repairs, modifications, replacement and installations on a wide variety of plumbing systems and equipment. Performs routine and preventive maintenance to include: operating, cleaning, inspecting, troubleshooting, adjusting, tightening, replacing, lubricating, reporting problems, and other similar tasks on a wide variety of plumbing systems and equipment. May be called upon to perform the work of other maintenance personnel or to assist in the completion of their work to include Senior Plant Operators, Operating Engineers, Senior Maintenance Mechanics, Maintenance Mechanics, Technicians, General Mechanics, Plumbers, Carpenters, Sheet Metal Workers, Masons, Plasterers, Painter, and others. Responds to requests for maintenance and service from building occupants to include: emergencies, maintenance problems, requested installations, modifications, repairs and adjustments and other similar tasks.

Responsibilities:
• Maintains and performs repairs, modifications, replacements and installations of Domestic Hot and Cold Water Systems to include pumps, piping, valves, dietary equipment, rest room fixtures, filters, water treatment equipment, etc.; HVAC Hot and Chilled Water Components to include coils, boilers, hot and chilled water piping, valves, etc.; and Waste Removal Systems to include grease traps, piping, sewage processing equipment, sanitary drain lines, traps, sewage ejectors, bed pan washers, and other similar type equipment
• Maintains and performs repairs, modifications, replacements and installations of steam and other systems to include traps, piping, valves, heat exchangers, condensate return systems, flash tanks, boilers, laundry equipment, and other similar equipment.
• Maintains and performs repairs, modifications, replacements and installations of life safety systems and specialized medical and research equipment to include fire protection systems, medical gas lines, autoclaves, sterilizers, vacuum systems, and other similar equipment
• Responds to requests for maintenance and service from building occupants to include: emergencies, maintenance problems, requested installations, modifications, repairs and adjustments and other similar tasks.
• React to emergencies and serve as a one person department during evenings and weekends.
• Perform maintenance and repairs on all hospital electrical equipment and distribution systems including high voltage (13.2 KV) systems and equipment.
• Repair and maintain hospital electromechanical equipment, i.e., refrigerators, sterilizers, ice machines, kitchen appliances, range / stove / cookers, electric beds, carts / tables / poles, hanging fixtures, light fixtures, and plumbing systems.

How You’ll Be Successful:

WORK EXPERIENCE
• At least 4 years related experience Req
• At least 5 years related experience Pref

EDUCATION
• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional training beyond high school Req

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
• Journeyman Plumbers license Req
• Master Plumber Pref

A Place Where You Belong

We put our people first. We welcome, value, and respect the beliefs, identities and experiences of our patients and colleagues. We are committed to delivering culturally effective care, creating meaningful partnerships in the communities we serve, and equipping and developing our team members to make Children’s Health a place where everyone can contribute.

Holistic Benefits – How We’ll Care for You:

· Employee portion of medical plan premiums are covered after 3 years.

· 4%-10% employee savings plan match based on tenure

· Paid Parental Leave (up to 12 weeks)

· Caregiver Leave

· Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement

As an equal opportunity employer, Children's Health does not discriminate against employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran or military status, disability, or genetic information or any other Federal or State legally-protected status or class. This applies to all aspects of the employer-employee relationship including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, promotion, transfer pay, training, discipline, workforce adjustments, termination, employee benefits, and any other employment-related activity.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Plumber Jobs in United States

Q
What is the median salary for plumbers in the United States in 2026?
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports the median annual wage for plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters as $61,550 ($29.59 per hour) based on May 2023 data applicable through 2026. Entry-level positions start at $39,020 annually ($18.76 per hour), while top earners make $101,910 ($48.99 per hour). Mean wages are $65,790 annually ($31.63 per hour).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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What work visa is required for foreign plumbers to work in the US in 2026?
Foreign plumbers qualify for H-2B temporary non-agricultural worker visas when US employers demonstrate temporary labor shortages; the FY2026 statutory cap is 66,000 visas. Employers must obtain DOL temporary labor certification and file USCIS Form I-129 with supporting job order details. Visa validity is up to 1 year, extendable to 3 years maximum.
Source: U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
Q
What education and experience are needed to start as a plumber in the US with no background?
A high school diploma or GED and being at least 18 years old qualify applicants for registered apprenticeship programs lasting 4 to 5 years. These programs include 2,000 hours of paid on-the-job training and 144 hours of related technical instruction annually. No prior experience is required, but mechanical aptitude is tested.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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What documents are required to apply for plumber apprenticeship programs in the US?
Applicants must submit a high school diploma or GED, proof of age (18+ via birth certificate or ID), Social Security card, and driver's license or state ID. Some programs require a pre-apprenticeship drug test and physical exam results. Applications go through DOL-registered sponsors found on Apprenticeship.gov.
Source: U.S. Department of Labor Office of Apprenticeship