Licensed Plumbing Foreman
Company
Kimbel Mechanical Systems
Location
Dallas, TX
Job Type
Full-time
Via
Indeed
Job Description
Experienced Plumber
Purpose: The purpose of an experienced Licensed Journeyman Plumber is to install, inspect, repair, and maintain plumbing fixtures in water, gas, and drainage systems according to specifications and building codes, working with little to no supervision with a team of apprentices.
Responsibilities:
• Lead jobs, crews, projects, and apprentice plumbers
• Install, inspect, repair, and maintain plumbing fixtures in water, gas, and drainage systems according to specifications and building codes
• Identify safety problems applicable to the installation and take necessary corrective action
• Read blueprints, take supervisor and/or contractor instruction, and complete quality control sheets
• Make decisions on the job site, without disruption to the business or to work and job quality
Qualifications:
• Active TX Journeyman Plumbing License
• Leadership skills and the ability to empower individuals on your team
• Ability to produce quality work
• Excellent communication skills to be used when working with builders, general contractors, and project managers
• Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures
• Ability to follow directions
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license
• Strong work ethic that you display daily
• Ability to work 6 AM to 5 PM Monday through Friday and an occasional Saturday
• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. This position is a safety sensitive position.
Why work for Kimbel Mechanical?
Kimbel Mechanical Systems, LLC is Arkansas' largest mechanical contractor performing work nationwide. We perform all phases of plumbing, HVAC, and electrical work on projects such as single-family homes, apartments, condominiums, hotels, and student housing. Kimbel offers employees year-round employment, top pay, and great benefits with opportunities for professional growth, and much more. At Kimbel, your career is our priority. With a structured Career Path laid out in front of you the day you walk in the door, Kimbel dedicates its commitment and resources to ensure you reach your career goals.
• Upon hire, PTO hours are added to your PTO account
• Health coverage: Choose either PPO or HDHP plan
• Dental and vision coverage
• Basic Life Insurance provided by Kimbel, additional voluntary life insurance policies available
• Short-term disability policy. At your one year anniversary Kimbel automatically enrolls employees in the company-paid short term and long-term disability policies at no cost.
• Supplemental Accident and Critical Illness
• Secure Save Emergency Savings Fund
• 401(k) retirement plan with a match
• Six paid holidays, two paid volunteer days per calendar year
• 2 weeks paid parental leave, 4 weeks paid birth recovery leave
• First 6 months of diapers and wipes provided by Kimbel for newborns
• For eligible Field and Warehouse Employees, $150 Red Wing or Zappos at Work Boot Voucher to purchase new boots every 2 years.
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Purpose: The purpose of an experienced Licensed Journeyman Plumber is to install, inspect, repair, and maintain plumbing fixtures in water, gas, and drainage systems according to specifications and building codes, working with little to no supervision with a team of apprentices.
Responsibilities:
• Lead jobs, crews, projects, and apprentice plumbers
• Install, inspect, repair, and maintain plumbing fixtures in water, gas, and drainage systems according to specifications and building codes
• Identify safety problems applicable to the installation and take necessary corrective action
• Read blueprints, take supervisor and/or contractor instruction, and complete quality control sheets
• Make decisions on the job site, without disruption to the business or to work and job quality
Qualifications:
• Active TX Journeyman Plumbing License
• Leadership skills and the ability to empower individuals on your team
• Ability to produce quality work
• Excellent communication skills to be used when working with builders, general contractors, and project managers
• Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures
• Ability to follow directions
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license
• Strong work ethic that you display daily
• Ability to work 6 AM to 5 PM Monday through Friday and an occasional Saturday
• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. This position is a safety sensitive position.
Why work for Kimbel Mechanical?
Kimbel Mechanical Systems, LLC is Arkansas' largest mechanical contractor performing work nationwide. We perform all phases of plumbing, HVAC, and electrical work on projects such as single-family homes, apartments, condominiums, hotels, and student housing. Kimbel offers employees year-round employment, top pay, and great benefits with opportunities for professional growth, and much more. At Kimbel, your career is our priority. With a structured Career Path laid out in front of you the day you walk in the door, Kimbel dedicates its commitment and resources to ensure you reach your career goals.
• Upon hire, PTO hours are added to your PTO account
• Health coverage: Choose either PPO or HDHP plan
• Dental and vision coverage
• Basic Life Insurance provided by Kimbel, additional voluntary life insurance policies available
• Short-term disability policy. At your one year anniversary Kimbel automatically enrolls employees in the company-paid short term and long-term disability policies at no cost.
• Supplemental Accident and Critical Illness
• Secure Save Emergency Savings Fund
• 401(k) retirement plan with a match
• Six paid holidays, two paid volunteer days per calendar year
• 2 weeks paid parental leave, 4 weeks paid birth recovery leave
• First 6 months of diapers and wipes provided by Kimbel for newborns
• For eligible Field and Warehouse Employees, $150 Red Wing or Zappos at Work Boot Voucher to purchase new boots every 2 years.
Req 477
#INDHP
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Plumber Jobs
What is the 2026 median hourly wage for licensed plumbers in the United States including overtime?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, the median hourly wage for plumbers in the United States is $31.45 as of May 2026 with overtime paid at 1.5 times the regular rate after 40 hours. The 10th percentile earns $19.80 per hour and the 90th percentile earns $48.20 per hour under the Fair Labor Standards Act.
What work visa is required for foreign plumbers to work legally in the United States in 2026?
As per U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, foreign plumbers must obtain an H-2B visa for non-agricultural temporary work with a maximum of 66,000 visas issued annually for fiscal year 2026. Applicants need a certified temporary labor certification from the Department of Labor valid for up to 10 months.
What education and experience are required to qualify for plumber jobs in the United States in 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, plumbers need a high school diploma or equivalent plus completion of a 4-5 year apprenticeship program with 8,000-10,000 hours of paid on-the-job training. Most states require 2 years of experience before taking the journeyman licensing exam.
What documents are needed to apply for a plumber position through official U.S. government channels in 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, applicants must submit a completed ETA-9089 form for permanent labor certification, proof of apprenticeship completion, and a valid state plumbing license. Additional documents include Form I-9 for employment eligibility and W-4 for tax withholding.
