Licensed Master Plumber

Licensed Master Plumber


Company
BKRnational
Location
Philadelphia, PA
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Job Description
The Role

We are seeking licensed Master Plumbers in PA to act as our company’s license qualifier. This is not a full-time field job – it’s a compliance and supervisory role, structured legally under state requirements.

Your responsibilities may include:
• Serving as the qualifier of record with the state licensing board.
• Ensuring the company complies with all state plumbing regulations and codes.
• Maintaining required liability insurance or bonds where applicable.
• Providing limited oversight of permitting, inspections, and code compliance.
• Periodic reporting, documentation, and (if required) occasional site visits or audits.

What We Offer
• Flexible engagement: designed for plumbers who want to monetize their license without giving up full-time work or retirement.
• BKR National covers compliance expenses (bond, license renewals, insurance increments).
• Structured contract that protects both sides and complies with state licensing requirements.
• Opportunity to be part of a growing national facility management brand.

Requirements
• Active Master Plumber license in Florida in good standing.
• Willing to act as the company’s official qualifier of record, with supporting documentation.
• Strong knowledge of state/local plumbing codes.
• Professional integrity and willingness to oversee compliance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Plumber Jobs

Q 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.
Q 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.
Q 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.
Q 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.
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