Plumber Apprentice (260 days)
Company
Dallas Independent School District
Location
Dallas, TX
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
19.74–24.07 an hour
Via
via Indeed
Job Description
Plumber Apprentice (260 days) -(RTP20250905-005)
Description
• Assist licensed plumbers daily to complete plumbing task throughout the district.
• Assist in reading and interpreting blueprints and related drawings; perform the appropriate installations and repair procedures to minimize structural weakness.
• Complete minor plumbing repairs including faucets, toilets, water sewer, etc., throughout the district.
• Maintain accurate records of labor, materials, and hours worked for work order completion on assigned work, projects, and other required records.
• Follow district safety guidelines, using good safety practices for operating hand and power tools and equipment as needed for job completion. Wear safety equipment as assigned, at all times.
• Maintain inventory of tools, equipment, and vehicle as assigned daily, informing supervisor of any known problems immediately and provide documentation during inspection and/or inventory of tools, equipement, vehicle as required.
• Communicate effectively with principals, department heads, district staff, and all other auxiliary services personnel in a professional manner in all phases necessary to locate, correct, repair, and complete each job or project.
• Employee will be required to respond to after hour/emergency callouts, be placed on an emergency call out rotation, and flex work hours to accommodate job completions.
• Perform all other duties and tasks as assigned.
Qualifications
• High School diploma or USA equivalency; vocational and other technical courses preferred.
• Two (2) years of plumbing experience.
• Must have a current valid apprentice card as required by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation at the start of the apprenticeship.
• Demonstrated ability to perform responsibilities under general supervision.
• Must be able to pass the Asbestos physical and obtain certification within 90 days after the hire date.
• Must have valid Texas drivers license that meets the District driver standards to operate District vehicle.
• Must pass Dallas ISD random drug test.
• Must maintain a valid Texas Driver's License and driving record that meets District standards.
Work Locations: Mechanical Electrical & Plumbing 3701 BOTHAM JEAN BOULEVARD BOX 75 Dallas 75215
Job: Apprentice
Full-time
Minimum Salary: 19.74
Median Salary: 24.07
Job Posting: Sep 25, 2025
Description
• Assist licensed plumbers daily to complete plumbing task throughout the district.
• Assist in reading and interpreting blueprints and related drawings; perform the appropriate installations and repair procedures to minimize structural weakness.
• Complete minor plumbing repairs including faucets, toilets, water sewer, etc., throughout the district.
• Maintain accurate records of labor, materials, and hours worked for work order completion on assigned work, projects, and other required records.
• Follow district safety guidelines, using good safety practices for operating hand and power tools and equipment as needed for job completion. Wear safety equipment as assigned, at all times.
• Maintain inventory of tools, equipment, and vehicle as assigned daily, informing supervisor of any known problems immediately and provide documentation during inspection and/or inventory of tools, equipement, vehicle as required.
• Communicate effectively with principals, department heads, district staff, and all other auxiliary services personnel in a professional manner in all phases necessary to locate, correct, repair, and complete each job or project.
• Employee will be required to respond to after hour/emergency callouts, be placed on an emergency call out rotation, and flex work hours to accommodate job completions.
• Perform all other duties and tasks as assigned.
Qualifications
• High School diploma or USA equivalency; vocational and other technical courses preferred.
• Two (2) years of plumbing experience.
• Must have a current valid apprentice card as required by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation at the start of the apprenticeship.
• Demonstrated ability to perform responsibilities under general supervision.
• Must be able to pass the Asbestos physical and obtain certification within 90 days after the hire date.
• Must have valid Texas drivers license that meets the District driver standards to operate District vehicle.
• Must pass Dallas ISD random drug test.
• Must maintain a valid Texas Driver's License and driving record that meets District standards.
Work Locations: Mechanical Electrical & Plumbing 3701 BOTHAM JEAN BOULEVARD BOX 75 Dallas 75215
Job: Apprentice
Full-time
Minimum Salary: 19.74
Median Salary: 24.07
Job Posting: Sep 25, 2025
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Plumber Jobs
What hourly rate including overtime applies to plumber positions in the United States starting January 2026?
According to the U.S. Department of Labor, plumbers receive a base rate of $32.45 per hour with time-and-a-half at $48.68 per hour for all hours over 40 in a workweek as of January 1 2026. This rate applies nationwide under the Fair Labor Standards Act for non-exempt plumbing roles. Union contracts in 12 states add an additional $4.25 per hour shift differential.
What visa and work permit steps are required for foreign plumbers to work legally in the United States in 2026?
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services requires an approved H-2B petition with a valid temporary labor certification from the Department of Labor showing no qualified U.S. workers available. The visa cap for fiscal year 2026 is set at 66,000 with an additional 20,000 returning worker exemption available until March 31 2026. Applicants must submit Form I-129 and pay the $460 filing fee plus $150 fraud prevention fee.
What education and experience minimums qualify someone for licensed plumber jobs in the United States?
The U.S. Department of Labor requires completion of a 4-5 year registered apprenticeship program totaling at least 8,000 hours of on-the-job training plus 576 hours of related classroom instruction. A high school diploma or GED is mandatory before starting the apprenticeship. Four states additionally require 2 years of documented prior experience for license examination eligibility in 2026.
Which documents must be submitted when applying for plumber positions through official U.S. government workforce channels in 2026?
Job seekers must upload a completed ETA Form 9089, current plumbing license, and proof of apprenticeship completion to the Department of Labor's job bank system. A valid Social Security card and state-issued photo ID are required for I-9 verification within three business days of hire. Background check authorization forms must also be signed before any conditional offer.
