Full-Service Plumbing Subcontractor- Houston
Company
Same Day Water Heaters, LLC
Location
Houston, TX
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
8 days ago
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Job Description
## Description
EARN MORE AS A PLUMBING SUBCONTRACTOR!
Our company is growing, and we pride ourselves in working with quality crews. Our business has grown so we need more plumbers.
We need you*!*
We are looking for licensed service and fixture plumbers in the Houston area to assist with installs and repairs. We provide the work order and pull the required permit (where required), and you just need to complete the jobs according to code and take care of the customer.
We pay very well, by the job and scope of work and FAST! (Usually within one week).
Work available year-round -
this is not seasonal work!
Responsibilities
• Full-service Plumbing
• Deliver a positive customer service experience
• Bid and sell plumbing jobs
• Collect signed customer contracts and payment
EARN MORE AS A PLUMBING SUBCONTRACTOR!
Our company is growing, and we pride ourselves in working with quality crews. Our business has grown so we need more plumbers.
We need you*!*
We are looking for licensed service and fixture plumbers in the Houston area to assist with installs and repairs. We provide the work order and pull the required permit (where required), and you just need to complete the jobs according to code and take care of the customer.
We pay very well, by the job and scope of work and FAST! (Usually within one week).
Work available year-round -
this is not seasonal work!
Responsibilities
• Full-service Plumbing
• Deliver a positive customer service experience
• Bid and sell plumbing jobs
• Collect signed customer contracts and payment
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.
