0000001043.LEAD PLUMBER (QA/QC) TEAM.FACILITIES

0000001043.LEAD PLUMBER (QA/QC) TEAM.FACILITIES


Company
Dallas County
Location
Dallas, TX
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
4 days ago
Via
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Job Description
About the position

Acts as a lead to plumbers and other personnel, providing training, technical
expertise and assistance in performing journey-level maintenance, installation
and repair of plumbing systems and fixtures; addresses health/safety concerns; and ensures that all work adheres to code and compliance standards. Assumes duties as supervisor as needed.

Responsibilities
• Providing training to plumbers and other personnel
• Providing technical expertise
• Assisting in performing journey-level maintenance
• Assisting in performing installation and repair of plumbing systems and fixtures
• Addressing health/safety concerns
• Ensuring that all work adheres to code and compliance standards
• Assuming duties as supervisor as needed

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Plumber Jobs

Q 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.
Q 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.
Q 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.
Q 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.
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