Journey Plumber
Company
University of Houston
Location
Houston, TX
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
2 days ago
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Job Description
Department : Facilities Operations for SS
Salary : Commensurate with Experience/Education
Description :
Installs, repairs and maintains water lines, storm drainage, and gas lines. Pursuant to the State of Texas Executive Order No. GA-48, this position researches, works on, or has access to critical infrastructure and requires the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the University infrastructure. This position requires personnel be routinely reviewed to determine whether or not criminal history or continuous connections for the government or political apparatus of a foreign adversary might prevent the employee from being able to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure.
1. Inspects installs, perform preventive maintenance and repairs or modification to plumbing fixtures, plumbing lines, and acid waste lines.
2. Perform tests and repairs, or modifications to gas lines and backflow preventers.
3. Supervise and/or coordinates work efforts with outside contractors.
4. Work with sprinkler (non-fire suppression) and/or irrigation systems.
5. Perform plumbing maintenance work in UH managed buildings, repair pipes, fixtures and open clogged drains.
6. Install & repairs plumbing fixtures, including water heaters; install new plumbing.
7. Assembles, install and repairs pipes, values, fitting & fixtures of heating/cooling, water, gas and drainage systems according to specification and plumbing codes.
8. Clean out sewer lines with electric sewer rodding equipment and high-pressure jet-machines.
9. Interprets building plans and blueprints.
10. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
(THIS JOB REQUIRES A VALID TEXAS DRIVER'S LICENSE)
MQ: Requires a basic knowledge of grammar, spelling, punctuation and simple mathematical functions like percentages, ratios, etc. as might normally be acquired through attainment of a high school diploma or GED.
Requires a minimum of three (3) years of directly job-related experience. Requires technical certification or licensing directly related to the job, as specified on a job description addendum.
- Department is willing to accept education in lieu of experience.
All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.
The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.
Salary : Commensurate with Experience/Education
Description :
Installs, repairs and maintains water lines, storm drainage, and gas lines. Pursuant to the State of Texas Executive Order No. GA-48, this position researches, works on, or has access to critical infrastructure and requires the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the University infrastructure. This position requires personnel be routinely reviewed to determine whether or not criminal history or continuous connections for the government or political apparatus of a foreign adversary might prevent the employee from being able to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure.
1. Inspects installs, perform preventive maintenance and repairs or modification to plumbing fixtures, plumbing lines, and acid waste lines.
2. Perform tests and repairs, or modifications to gas lines and backflow preventers.
3. Supervise and/or coordinates work efforts with outside contractors.
4. Work with sprinkler (non-fire suppression) and/or irrigation systems.
5. Perform plumbing maintenance work in UH managed buildings, repair pipes, fixtures and open clogged drains.
6. Install & repairs plumbing fixtures, including water heaters; install new plumbing.
7. Assembles, install and repairs pipes, values, fitting & fixtures of heating/cooling, water, gas and drainage systems according to specification and plumbing codes.
8. Clean out sewer lines with electric sewer rodding equipment and high-pressure jet-machines.
9. Interprets building plans and blueprints.
10. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
(THIS JOB REQUIRES A VALID TEXAS DRIVER'S LICENSE)
MQ: Requires a basic knowledge of grammar, spelling, punctuation and simple mathematical functions like percentages, ratios, etc. as might normally be acquired through attainment of a high school diploma or GED.
Requires a minimum of three (3) years of directly job-related experience. Requires technical certification or licensing directly related to the job, as specified on a job description addendum.
- Department is willing to accept education in lieu of experience.
All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.
The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.
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.
