Licensed Plumbers
Company
Plumbing
Location
Chicago, IL
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
60K–90K a year
Via
via Indeed
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Job Description
Looking for motivated licensed plumbers and licensed apprentices for full time commercial work. Must have commercial experience along with dedication to the profession. Reliable transportation and hand tools required along with the ability to work a minimum of 40 hours a week. We offer competitive pay based on experience and plumbing license. Prefer immediate availability but willing to work with the right candidates on that. We are a family owned business for 70 years with work all over the Chicagoland area. Please send resume for immediate consideration.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
Schedule:
• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Weekend availability
Education:
• High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
• commercial plumbing: 3 years (Required)
License/Certification:
• Driver's License (Required)
• Plumber's License (Required)
Work Location: Multiple locations
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
Schedule:
• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Weekend availability
Education:
• High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
• commercial plumbing: 3 years (Required)
License/Certification:
• Driver's License (Required)
• Plumber's License (Required)
Work Location: Multiple locations
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.
