Company
UT Southwestern Medical Center
Location
Dallas, TX
Job type
Full-time
Posted
6 days ago
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Job description
WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!
BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!
JOB SUMMARY
UT Southwestern is actively seeking a skilled and reliable Licensed Journeyman Plumber (Day Shift: Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM with On-Call) to join our Plumbing Shop team. In this role, you will be responsible for installing, repairing, and maintaining plumbing systems in a hospital and/or academic research clinical settings. The ideal candidate has a strong knowledge of plumbing codes and regulations, excellent problem-solving skills, and a commitment to delivering high-quality workmanship and customer service.
As a Journeyman Plumber, you will work independently and as part of a team to complete projects on time and within budget. You must hold a valid & active journeyman plumber license by the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners and possess a strong understanding of tools, materials, and techniques used in the trade.
Work Location: Dallas Campus; assist other UTSW locations as needed.
Shift Requirement: Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM with On-Call; overtime as needed.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Required
• Education
High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience
3 years journeyman level experience as plumber in a commercial, institution or healthcare setting.
• Licenses and Certifications
Must have current Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners journeyman's licensure as a Plumber in appropriate level and field of work.
• **INCLUDE ALL RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE ON UPDATED RESUME WITH APPLICATION SUBMISSION***
JOB DUTIES
• Installs, repairs, and maintains piping systems and plumbing fixtures, inspecting connections and other parts for leaks; replaces defective pipe and solders and/or caulks leaks and broken pipes.
• Cuts, bends, and threads pipe, fitting valves and couplings to pipe sections by screwing, bolting, or soldering and wipes lead joints.
• Installs pipe assemblies and plumbing fixtures such as sinks, toilets, showers, emergency eye-washes, special laboratory equipment, water heaters, etc., roughing-in when needed.
• Clears clogged lines.
• Repairs autoclaves and other sterilizing equipment, hot water units, and gas heaters and checks for safe operation.
• Assists in estimating and maintains required time and material records for each job.
• Utilizes PPE and protects job sites from sewer line discharge/spillage.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT
Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
EEO
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!
BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!
JOB SUMMARY
UT Southwestern is actively seeking a skilled and reliable Licensed Journeyman Plumber (Day Shift: Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM with On-Call) to join our Plumbing Shop team. In this role, you will be responsible for installing, repairing, and maintaining plumbing systems in a hospital and/or academic research clinical settings. The ideal candidate has a strong knowledge of plumbing codes and regulations, excellent problem-solving skills, and a commitment to delivering high-quality workmanship and customer service.
As a Journeyman Plumber, you will work independently and as part of a team to complete projects on time and within budget. You must hold a valid & active journeyman plumber license by the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners and possess a strong understanding of tools, materials, and techniques used in the trade.
Work Location: Dallas Campus; assist other UTSW locations as needed.
Shift Requirement: Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM with On-Call; overtime as needed.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Required
• Education
High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience
3 years journeyman level experience as plumber in a commercial, institution or healthcare setting.
• Licenses and Certifications
Must have current Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners journeyman's licensure as a Plumber in appropriate level and field of work.
• **INCLUDE ALL RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE ON UPDATED RESUME WITH APPLICATION SUBMISSION***
JOB DUTIES
• Installs, repairs, and maintains piping systems and plumbing fixtures, inspecting connections and other parts for leaks; replaces defective pipe and solders and/or caulks leaks and broken pipes.
• Cuts, bends, and threads pipe, fitting valves and couplings to pipe sections by screwing, bolting, or soldering and wipes lead joints.
• Installs pipe assemblies and plumbing fixtures such as sinks, toilets, showers, emergency eye-washes, special laboratory equipment, water heaters, etc., roughing-in when needed.
• Clears clogged lines.
• Repairs autoclaves and other sterilizing equipment, hot water units, and gas heaters and checks for safe operation.
• Assists in estimating and maintains required time and material records for each job.
• Utilizes PPE and protects job sites from sewer line discharge/spillage.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT
Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
EEO
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
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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
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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