Journeyman and Apprentices Plumbers Wanted for Commercial Work in Houston Area

Houston, United States
Journeyman and Apprentices Plumbers Wanted for Commercial Work in Houston Area
Company
Scale and Change LLC
Location
Houston, TX
Job type
Full-time
Salary
22–38 an hour
Posted
5 days ago
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Indeed
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Job description
We are in need of journeymen and apprentice plumbers to work multiple commercial jobs throughout Houston. Journeymen must carry a valid Texas State Journeyman Plumbing License and Apprentices must have an apprentice card. Journeymen must also be familiar with layout and managing crews of 4-6 plumbers at a time. Journeymen must be able to read plans/prints and be willing to work with your tools at the same time. Local hands only please as no per diem is being paid for these positions.

Must haves:
• Journeymen must be licensed by the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners. Apprentices must hold an apprentice card with the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners.
• Necessary tools of the trade and PPE.
• Valid identification proving right to work in the US.
• At least 2-3 years of experience in commercial plumbing.
• Reliable transportation to get to the job site, on-time, every day.

To inquire about these positions, please text "HOUSTON PLUMBER" to any/all of the following:

(469) 264-2176
(972) 589-3290
(469) 410-0788

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $38.00 per hour

Benefits:
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:
• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Supplemental Pay:
• Signing bonus

Application Question(s):
• Do you have necessary tools and PPE?

Experience:
• Construction plumbing: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

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
Q
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
Q
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